Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 was drawn up during the reign of which of the following ?

  1. King William III

  2. King Charles I

  3. King Charles II

  4. King Charles III

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 was passed during the reign of King Charles II, who had been restored to the throne in 1660. This Act strengthened the ancient writ of habeas corpus, protecting individuals from unlawful detention. Charles I was executed in 1649, Charles III ruled much later, and William III came to power after the Glorious Revolution of 1688.