Q. Which one of the following statements best describes the term “Transformative Constitutionalism”, seen in the news recently?

[A] It is a form of constitutionalism that emphasizes tradition, stability, and the preservation of existing social and political structures

[B] It is a form of constitutionalism that is focused on environmental protection and sustainability

[C] It is a form of constitutionalism that primarily focuses on democratic principles, such as free and fair elections, separation of powers, and mechanisms for citizen participation

[D] It is a form of constitutionalism that emphasizes the role of a constitution in facilitating societal change, redressing historical injustices, promoting social justice, and advancing the protection of individual and group rights

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation – Transformative constitutionalism is a legal theory that emphasizes the role of constitutions in promoting social and economic change. It is based on the idea that constitutions are not simply static documents, but rather living instruments that can be used to transform societies for the better. Transformative constitutionalists believe that judges should play an active role in interpreting and applying constitutions to promote social justice and equality.

Source: ForumIAS

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