The British document that established the principle of parliamentary sovereignty is the Bill of Rights 1689. This fundamental statute emerged from the Glorious Revolution and set clear limits on the powers of the monarchy while affirming the supremacy of Parliament. It laid the groundwork for constitutional monarchy and the rule of law in Britain, ensuring that the Parliament would both create laws and regulate the monarch's powers. The Bill of Rights is a cornerstone of modern British democracy and has influenced many democratic systems worldwide.