History Of The Constitution Of Brazil
During its independent political history, Brazil has had seven constitutions. The most recent was ratified on October 5, 1988.
Read more about History Of The Constitution Of Brazil: Imperial Constitution (1824), Old Republic Constitution (1891), Third Constitution (1934), "Estado Novo" Constitution (1937), Fifth Constitution (1946), Sixth Constitution (1967), Citizen Constitution (1988 – Present)
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