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Why did the barons demand King John obey the law?

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The barons demanded that King John obey the law to ensure that the king does not take advantage of his kingship and also to ensure that he runs a fair government.

King John was the ruler of England during the Middle Ages. He was also famous for taking undue advantages of his authority and power.

The dissenting nature of the barons began when King John levied heavy taxes on the English barons. He also soured relation with the church, leading to major disapproval from both the religious as well as the political sectors. To ensure that the King does not do anything that will make him have undue power over them, the barons drafted and made him sign a document. This document is sort of a peace treaty between the king and the barons, declaring that the king respects the rights of the barons, upholds the powers and rights of the church, and also maintains a fair government in the kingdom. This document would later become known as the Magna Carta.

The main reason behind the need to make the king obey the law is to ensure that he does not take advantage of the people and their rights. It also ensures the lawful governance and prevent unnecessary involvement of the king.

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answered: jolleyrancher78

The barons rebelled and, on 15 June 1215, they forced John to agree to Magna Carta (The Great Charter) - a set of demands by which the barons tried to limit the power of the king to their advantage. The reign of King John was a turning point in the history of England's government.

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Why did the barons demand King John obey the law?

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