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Constitution of the Republic of Macedonia, North Macedonia
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Year of Version
2011
Dates
Entry into force:
November 20, 1991
Adopted:
November 17, 1991
Type of Text
Constitution/Basic Law
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The Constitution of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia was adopted on November 17, 1991, and has been amended 32 times, most recently on April 12, 2011. As the supreme law of the country, the Constitution defines the organization of the state authority, the separation of powers and the rights of the Macedonian citizens.
The Constitution guarantees the freedom of artistic and intellectual creation (Article 47), and the protection, promotion and enhancement of the historical and artistic heritage of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and all communities in the country (Article 56 & Amendment IX of the Constitution).
Furthermore, the Constitution provides protection to property rights (Article 30).
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Устав на Република Македониjа
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WIPO Lex No.
MK014