Question

Article V of the United States Constitution, the amendment process is explained. Why did the Framers include provisions for amending the Constitution?

Answer 1

The Congress, whenever two thirds of both Houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose Amendments to this Constitution, or, on the Application of the Legislatures of two thirds of the several States, shall call a Convention for proposing Amendments.

Answer 2

To allow the Constitution to adapt to future circumstances