Meiji Constitution

The Meiji Constitution, formally known as the Constitution of the Empire of Japan, was adopted in 1889 during the Meiji Restoration. It marked Japan's transition to a modern state, introducing a constitutional monarchy. The document established a bicameral legislature called the Imperial Diet, which included the House of Peers and the House of Representatives. While it granted some civil rights, it still positioned the Emperor with significant powers, including command over the military. The Meiji Constitution aimed to modernize Japan and assert its sovereignty, influencing Japan's governance until its replacement after World War II.