The Bill of Rights (U.S.)

The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, adopted in 1791, that protect individual freedoms and limit government power. It guarantees fundamental rights such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press; the right to assemble and petition the government; protections against unreasonable searches and seizures; rights to a fair trial; and protection from cruel and unusual punishment. These amendments ensure personal freedoms, uphold justice, and provide a framework for safeguarding citizens' civil liberties against government overreach.