When was the Magna Carta signed?

The Magna Carta was signed on June 15, 1215. It is one of the most important documents in the history of constitutional law, as it marked the first time that the power of the English monarch was formally limited by law. King John of England agreed to the Magna Carta at Runnymede, near Windsor, following pressure from rebellious barons who sought to protect their rights and limit the king’s arbitrary authority. The Magna Carta established key principles such as the rule of law, the right to a fair trial, and protection from unlawful imprisonment. Although many of its clauses were specific to medieval feudal concerns, its legacy has endured, inspiring later constitutional documents, including the United States Constitution and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Magna Carta remains a symbol of liberty and the idea that even rulers must abide by the law.