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[[Category:Tsm’syen Law]]<br />
[[Category:Recording and Memory]]<br />
[[Category:Codex Principles]]<br />
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== Purpose ==<br />
This principle explains why keeping track of changes is essential to maintaining confidence in records.<br />
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== Principle ==<br />
'''Version history supports transparency.'''<br />
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== Meaning ==<br />
When readers can see what has been modified, added, or corrected, trust increases.<br />
History of change allows understanding of how knowledge has been refined over time.<br />
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Visibility of process strengthens legitimacy.<br />
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== What Version History Shows ==<br />
* What changed.<br />
* When it changed.<br />
* Who made the change.<br />
* Why the change occurred (when provided).<br />
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This allows others to follow development rather than guess.<br />
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== Why Transparency Matters ==<br />
* Prevents suspicion of hidden alteration.<br />
* Helps resolve disagreement.<br />
* Encourages responsible editing.<br />
* Supports learning and accountability.<br />
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== Transparency and Stability ==<br />
Seeing revision does not mean law is unstable.<br />
It means care is ongoing.<br />
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== Examples ==<br />
* Earlier wording remains available for comparison.<br />
* Clarifications are traceable.<br />
* Corrections can be reviewed.<br />
* Disputed edits can be examined.<br />
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== Risks if Absent ==<br />
* Rumors of manipulation.<br />
* Difficulty understanding evolution of understanding.<br />
* Reduced trust in record keepers.<br />
* Harder conflict resolution.<br />
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== Safeguards ==<br />
* Preserve previous versions.<br />
* Record editor identity where appropriate.<br />
* Encourage explanations of significant change.<br />
* Protect originals from loss.<br />
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== Cross-references ==<br />
* [[Records May Be Revised to Correct Errors]]<br />
* [[Corrections Strengthen Accuracy]]<br />
* [[Errors Must Be Identified and Corrected]]<br />
* [[Accuracy and Restraint Preserve Integrity]]<br />
* [[Method Matters as Much as Content]]<br />
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== Notes ==<br />
Future development may include technical tools and retention standards.<br />
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== Source Citations ==<br />
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