Question

How does the u.s. system of government reflect a commitment to the principle of limited government?

Answer 1

Defining power through a written constitution.

Why is it important for a constitution to define the power of the government?

The power of government is what the Constitution describes as being limited, not power itself. A ruling body otherwise has unbounded authority and is prone to misuse. Therefore, the constitution restricts that power using the framework of rights and other means.