Question

what is the significance of the english bill of rights (1689)?
○ it created a permanent army controlled directly by the monarchy.
○ it ended representative government and expanded royal authority.
○ it limited the monarchys power and protected citizens basic rights.
○ it gave the king complete control over government decisions.

Explanation:

The English Bill of Rights (1689) was a crucial document in English history. It was a result of the Glorious Revolution. It aimed to limit the power of the monarchy. For example, it restricted the monarch's ability to levy taxes without Parliament's consent, maintain a standing army in peacetime without Parliament's approval, and allowed for free speech in Parliament. At the same time, it protected certain rights of citizens such as the right to petition the king.

Answer:

It limited the monarchy's power and protected citizens' basic rights.