What are the key features of a codified constitution? (5 marks)

The key features of a codified constitution are:

1. Authoritative - A constitution is perceived as a law that is higher than regular legislation.    

2. Entrenched - This type of constitution is called entrenched, which means that amending or abolishing it is a very difficult thing to do.

3. Judiciable - Since the constitution is a higher law, other laws can be judged against it, thus it can be seen if they are constitutional.

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