Voice of America: Egypt’s New Constitution: How it Differs from Old Version

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Egypt's New Constitution: How it Differs from Old Version Dec 26th 2012, 01:02 Egypt's new constitution, approved by voters in a two-stage referendum this month, replaces a 1971 charter that was suspended last year after a popular uprising deposed longtime president Hosni Mubarak. Here is a look at the similarities and differences between the two documents in several key areas: Role of Islam Both constitutions designate Islam as Egypt's official religion and Islamic law, or Sharia, as the main source of legislation. They also obligate the state to ...

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