Palace of Justice of the Argentine Nation

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. When was Palace of Justice of the Argentine Nation built?1910
2. How big is Palace of Justice of the Argentine Nation?60,100 m2 (647,000 sq ft)
3. What is the location?Buenos Aires, Argentina
4. What is the architectural style?Eclectic neoclassical
5. Why was the Palace of Justice built so big and fancy?It was built very big and fancy to show that the Argentine state is strong and stable, and to impress people about how serious the courts are.
6. When was the Palace of Justice finished?The building was finished in 1910 after five years of construction.

Eclectic Neoclassical: An architectural style that synthesizes elements from various historical periods, often emphasizing classical forms and grandeur.
Supreme Court: The highest court in a federal judiciary, with the ultimate authority to interpret and apply the law.
Judicial Review: The power of courts to review the constitutionality of laws and actions by the legislative and executive branches.
Rule of Law: The principle that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable to laws that are publicly promulgated, equally enforced, and independently adjudicated.