- Limited the powers of the monarch, particularly the ability to suspend laws or raise taxes without parliamentary consent.
2. Parliament:
- Established the supremacy of Parliament in lawmaking and taxation, ensuring that the monarch could not act unilaterally.
3. Religious Toleration:
- Provided toleration for Protestant dissenters, allowing them to worship freely without fear of persecution.
4. Trial by Jury:
- Guaranteed the right to a fair trial, including the presumption of innocence and the right to a jury trial.
5. Freedom of Speech:
- Protected the freedom of speech and debate in Parliament, ensuring that members of Parliament could express their opinions without fear of reprisal.
6. Habeas Corpus:
- Established the right to challenge unlawful imprisonment, ensuring that individuals could not be detained indefinitely without due process.
7. Excessive bail and fines:
- Prohibited excessive bail or fines, protecting individuals from oppressive financial penalties.