In which way does the due process clause BEST represent the spirit and goals of the US Bill of Rights? A) It protects states' rights against the federal government. B) It protects citizens' rights against government mistreatment. C) It establishes the social and political equality of US citizens. D) It outlines social and political responsibilities of US citizens.

The correct answer is B) It protects citizens' rights against government mistreatment.

The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution after much debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists at the Constitutional Convention. The Anti-Federalists felt the Bill of Rights was a necessity, as there needed to be a clear set of rights that citizens have that cannot be taken away by the government.

A perfect example of this is the due process clause. This ensures that people accused of comitting crimes have certain rights (i. e. right to a jury trial, right to an attorney).