The Constitution of the Slovak Republic

We, the Slovak Nation,

Bearing in mind the political and cultural heritage of our predecessors and the experience gained through centuries of struggle for our national existence and statehood,

Mindful of the spiritual bequest of Cyril and Methodius and the historical legacy of Great Moravia,

Recognizing the natural right of nations to self-determination,

Together with members of national minorities and ethnic groups living on the territory

of the Slovak Republic,

In the interest of continuous peaceful cooperation with other democratic countries,

Endeavouring to implement democratic form of government, to guarantee a life of freedom, and to promote spiritual culture and economic prosperity,

Thus we, the citizens of the Slovak Republic, have, herewith and through our representatives, adopted this Constitution: