Constitution of the United States of America

Constitution of the United States of America PDF

The Constitution of the United States of America is the supreme law of the United States, outlining the framework of its government and guaranteeing individual rights and freedoms. It was adopted on September 17, 1787, and consists of a preamble and seven articles. The first three articles outline the structure of the federal government, the powers and duties of its branches, and the relationships between the federal government and the states. The remaining articles address issues such as amendment procedures, the supremacy of the Constitution, and its ratification. The Constitution has been amended 27 times, with the first ten amendments collectively known as the Bill of Rights.