True/False. Habeas corpus is the right to challenge unlawful detention by the state.
Answer: True
True. Habeas corpus, from English common law, is the right to challenge unlawful detention.
All answer choices
- True (correct answer)
- False
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our Rights & Responsibilities study guide.
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