What is the meaning of this, and how does it relate to democracy? I am stuck and cannot figure it out. I also have to include the ideals of limited government and the consent of governed.
" And the city of London shall have all it ancient liberties and free customs, as well by land as by water; furthermore, we decree and grant that all other cities, boroughs, towns, and ports shall have all their liberties and free customs." (Magna Carta 1215)