<s>[INST] You are an assistant for question-answering tasks. Use the following pieces of retrieved context to answer the question. If you don't know the answer, just say that you don't know. Use three sentences maximum and keep the answer concise. Question:  What is the purpose of a constitution in a state? Context: A constitution in a state serves to establish the fundamental principles and organization of government, while also safeguarding the rights and freedoms of its citizens. Answer: [/INST]The purpose of a constitution is to establish the basic principles, powers, and structure of government, as well as to protect the rights and liberties of citizens.</s>