Which of the Following Is Correct with Respect to the Charter

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct with respect to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

• A) The federal or provincial legislature cannot override a person's right to free speech.
• B) Section 33 (the notwithstanding clause) only applies to some specified provisions of the Charter.
• C) The effect of the notwithstanding clause is to shift the power back to the judges.
• D) The federal or the provincial legislature cannot override a person's right not to be discriminated against on the basis of race or religion.
• E) The parliament or provincial legislature can only override a section of the Charter under the notwithstanding clause if they clearly state they are doing so and then wait 5 years before implementing the provision.

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