The new Constitution of Paraguay is ratified and has replaced the document of 1967 that contains some provisions which are outdated by modern events. Paraguay is also known as Republic of Paraguay which is governed under the 1992 Constitution.

It is country ’ s sixth constitution since its independence from Spain in 1811.

The new Constitution of Paraguay states that it is documented as the freedom of ideology, worship, religion and worship without any limits apart from those which are established in the law and constitution. No confession will have official status. No person shall be inquired of, harassed, or compelled to profess his doctrines or beliefs.

The earlier Constitution required that the President of republic should profess the Catholic, Apostolic and Roman religion and it is also stated that the official religion is the Roman, Catholic and Apostolic religion.

The Constitution contains detailed provisions on freedom of expression and on the media. The Constitution of Paraguay states that international treaties are part of a superior status and are duly authorized by Congress

The government of Paraguay is highly centralized and was changed by the new constitution in 1992, which provides division of powers. The President is elected by people on majority basis without the option of reelection for the period of 5 years. The National Congress has two chambers – The Chamber of Senators and Chamber of Deputies.

The Chamber of Deputies has 80 members, which are elected for the period of five years by proportional representation and the Chamber of Senators has 45 members, elected for five years by proportional representation.