Question

In what ways meiji constitution confirm the the power of meiji oligarchy

Answer 1

Meiji Constitution confirmed the power of the emperor in the following ways

- Restoration of direct political power to the emperor
- Clear mention that sovereignty resided with the emperor and not the people
- Emperor commands the army and the navy
- Article 3 declares the emperor to be 'sacred and inviolable', which according to monarchists could mean that he had the power to withdraw or ignore provisions of the constitution.