The notwithstanding clause in Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms ________.
A) has been used frequently
B) gives the courts the final responsibility for controversial decisions
C) covers all aspects of the Charter
D) can only be applied to legislation for five years, unless the declaration is renewed

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The notwithstanding clause allows provincial governments or Parliament to override certain sections of the Charter for a period of five years, after which the declaration can be renewed. It is not used frequently and does not give the courts the final responsibility for controversial decisions. It can only be applied to specific legislation and not all aspects of the Charter. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

The Notwithstanding Clause in Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms