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Corte Constitucional (Colombia)

The Constitutional Court of Colombia is the highest authority responsible for protecting the country’s Constitution. Its main role is to ensure that laws and government actions comply with constitutional principles, safeguarding rights and fundamental freedoms. It reviews laws passed by Congress, resolves constitutional disputes, and guarantees the rule of law. The Court’s decisions help shape Colombia's constitutional framework, maintaining a balance of power among branches of government and protecting citizens' constitutional rights through a specialized judicial process.