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Concept of the supremacy of the constitution Article 153 of the Constitution of Malaysia grants the Yang di-Pertuan Agong

(King of Malaysia) responsibility for safeguarding the special position of the Malays and natives of any of the States of Sabah and Sarawak and the legitimate interests of other communities and goes on to specify ways to do this, such as establishing quotas for entry into the civil service, public scholarships and public education. In this concept, the Federal Constitution of Malaysia is the highest law in the country. Other laws also cannot contradict with it. The constitution is the source of other laws where other laws are to be based by it. The Malaysian constitution is a written constitution, which basically means it is compiled in one document. The constitution also consists of laws and customs that have evolved overtime. The constitution exists based on the needs of the current situation of the country and the people. It also considers the ability of the government to ensure in fulfilling the content of the constitution. The constitution thus would give direction on how to rule the country. In general, the Malaysian constitution is a unique expression of the Malaysia's varied culture and history.

Traditional elements of constitution The traditional elements of constitution existed long ago before the constitution was enacted. It is to establish the identity of Malaysia and foster understanding towards unity of the different races in Malaysia. Firstly, the Malays and Bumiputera of Sabah and Sarawak are given special position because they are the indigenous people of the land. It is enshrined in the Article 153. The privileges include positions in public service, scholarship, education, business and other special facilities. The official religion of Malaysia is Islam, but other religions may be practice in peace and harmony by the citizen. Everyone has the right to profess and religious practices. Next, the national language of the country is Bahasa Malaysia. It is for official purposes and to unity all the races in Malaysia using the same language. English is the second official language in the country due to its importance in the globalized world. Mandarin and Tamil language are practice in Chinese and Tamil school. In the system of monarchy, the king (Yang di-Pertuan Agong) has the absolute power in every government and state administration with the assistance of dignitaries appointed. The institution monarchy remains after independence under the concept of constitutional monarchy in accordance with the democratic system.

Content:
A. Mind map and explanation: Concept of the supremacy of the constitution Traditional elements of constitution

B. Explanation of the amendments of Malaysian Constitution

C. Compare and contrast the role of Bahasa Malaysia in the past and present: Roles of Bahasa Malaysia in the context of the Constitution of the Education in Malaysia. Roles of Bahasa Malaysia in the context of ethnic relation in Malaysia.

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