First Amendment
First Amendment
The First Amendment (/fɜːrst əˈmɛndmənt/) is a fundamental law in the United States Constitution that protects several basic freedoms, including freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to assemble, and the right to petition the government. It was adopted on December 15, 1791, as one of the ten amendments that constitute the Bill of Rights.
Etymology
The term "First Amendment" is derived from its position as the first amendment in the Bill of Rights, a collection of 10 amendments to the United States Constitution. The term "amendment" (/əˈmɛndmənt/) comes from the Middle English "amenden," which is derived from the Old French "amender," meaning to change or modify.
Related Terms
- Freedom of Speech: The right to express any opinions without censorship or restraint.
- Freedom of the Press: The right of newspapers, magazines, etc., to report news without government interference.
- Freedom of Religion: The right of individuals to practice their religion without government interference.
- Right to Assemble: The right or legal claim that allows a person or people to come together and collectively express, promote, pursue, and defend their ideas.
- Right to Petition: The right to make a complaint to, or seek the assistance of, one's government, without fear of punishment or reprisals.
See Also
- United States Constitution
- Bill of Rights
- Freedom of Speech
- Freedom of the Press
- Freedom of Religion
- Right to Assemble
- Right to Petition
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on First Amendment
- Wikipedia's article - First Amendment
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