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1923 Constitution

The 1923 Constitution of Turkey established a nationalist framework for the newly founded Republic after the fall of the Ottoman Empire. It emphasized sovereignty, secularism, and democracy. This constitution introduced the principle of a parliamentary system, ensuring that the government reflected the will of the people. It aimed to modernize Turkey by promoting reforms in education, law, and culture. The 1923 Constitution laid the foundation for future developments in Turkish governance and society, symbolizing a shift towards a more progressive, Western-oriented nation. However, it was later replaced by the 1961 Constitution.