Question 171

The guide lists several sources of Canadian law. What distinguishes laws passed by Parliament and provincial legislatures from other sources mentioned, such as English common law?

  1. AThey are inherited from Great Britain
  2. BThey are unwritten traditions
  3. CThey originate from the Magna Carta
  4. DThey are created by elected governments
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D) They are created by elected governments

Explanation

The guide identifies multiple sources for Canadian law. Unlike inherited sources such as English common law, laws from Parliament and provincial legislatures are actively created by Canada's elected federal and provincial governments.

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