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In History / College | 2025-07-03

The new Japanese constitution after World War II contained a clause that
A. promised that Japan would remain allies with the US.
B. prevented Japan from having or using an army.
C. required all citizens to vote in Japanese elections.
D. stopped Japan from making special trade agreements.

Asked by kingston4789

Answer (2)

Japan's post-World War II constitution, specifically Article 9, prevented the country from maintaining a military. This renunciation of war shaped Japan’s defense policy significantly. Other options mentioned, like trade agreements and voting mandates, are not accurate representations of the constitution's content. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-03

The new Japanese constitution after World War II, specifically Article 9, prevented Japan from having or using an army. This clause renounces war as a sovereign right and prohibits military action. Therefore, the correct answer is B: prevented Japan from having or using an army.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04