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What did the Magna Carta establish?

AThat the king could do as he wished, as his power came from God
BThat the king must obey the law and could not imprison people without trial
CThat Parliament had complete and unlimited power over the monarch
DThat women and serfs had the right to own property and land

Explanation

The Magna Carta (Great Charter) established that the king was subject to the rule of law and could not imprison people without a proper trial. It is considered a foundation of individual rights in Britain.

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