What is the process of formally changing a constitutional document called?

• A. Ratification
• B. Revision
• C. Provisions
• D. Amendments

Answer: (D)

When a constitution is formally changed, the change is called an amendment. An amendment is a formal alteration to the text of the document—adding, removing, or revising provisions so they become part of the constitution. This term emphasizes the act of changing the document itself, which is exactly what happens when a new provision is added or an existing one is modified. The word used for the approval step in many systems is ratification, which is the process that decides whether the proposed amendment becomes part of the constitution. Revision is a broader idea that can mean rewriting larger parts, and provisions are the individual clauses or sections of the document. So, the best description for the formal change is through amendments.