SCL1501 ASSIGNMENT 1 2ND SEMESTER 2024 [50MARKS]
QUESTION 1
1. “This point therefore tells us that law is part of the political system and can never
be separated from politics and other issues that characterise our society in various
ways.” (Study Guide p.7) Now look out for the document, “Freedom Charter” and
go through all the clauses. Thereafter skim through the Preamble, Chapter 1 and
Chapter 2 of the Constitution of South Africa and discuss the connection between
the two documents. (4)
Connection between the Freedom Charter and the South African Constitution
The Freedom Charter and the Constitution of South Africa are deeply interconnected as
foundational documents that reflect the values and aspirations of the South African
people.
- Shared Values: Both documents emphasize democracy, human rights, equality,
and social justice. The Freedom Charter laid the groundwork for these principles,
advocating for a non-racial and non-sexist society, which is echoed in the
Constitution’s commitment to these ideals.
- Historical Context: The Freedom Charter emerged during the anti-apartheid
struggle, articulating the vision of a democratic South Africa. The Constitution
embodies the realization of that vision, establishing a legal framework for a new
democratic order post-apartheid.
QUESTION 1
1. “This point therefore tells us that law is part of the political system and can never
be separated from politics and other issues that characterise our society in various
ways.” (Study Guide p.7) Now look out for the document, “Freedom Charter” and
go through all the clauses. Thereafter skim through the Preamble, Chapter 1 and
Chapter 2 of the Constitution of South Africa and discuss the connection between
the two documents. (4)
Connection between the Freedom Charter and the South African Constitution
The Freedom Charter and the Constitution of South Africa are deeply interconnected as
foundational documents that reflect the values and aspirations of the South African
people.
- Shared Values: Both documents emphasize democracy, human rights, equality,
and social justice. The Freedom Charter laid the groundwork for these principles,
advocating for a non-racial and non-sexist society, which is echoed in the
Constitution’s commitment to these ideals.
- Historical Context: The Freedom Charter emerged during the anti-apartheid
struggle, articulating the vision of a democratic South Africa. The Constitution
embodies the realization of that vision, establishing a legal framework for a new
democratic order post-apartheid.
