Asian Comparative Constitutional Law, Volume 1: Constitution-Making

This is the first in a 4-volume set that provides the definitive account of the major issues of comparative constitutional law in 19 Asian jurisdictions. Volume 1 explores the process and contents in the making of a new constitution. It considers the impact of decolonisation, globalization, and social-political dynamics, which have led to the enactment of numerous independent constitutions in Asia.

Format: Hardback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 18 May 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This groundbreaking four-volume set offers a comprehensive and definitive exploration of the major issues of comparative constitutional law in 19 Asian jurisdictions. Volume 1 delves into the intricate process and contents involved in crafting a new constitution, providing invaluable insights into the driving forces, processes, substance, and implementation of constitution-making.

The book addresses a range of critical questions, including:

What are the political, social, and economic factors that shape the constitution-making process?
Who are the key actors involved in constitution-making, and how do they contribute to the process?
What are the substantive elements that constitute a constitution?
How are constitutions enacted and implemented through legislation?
How do courts enforce and interpret constitutions?

In addition to examining these fundamental aspects, the book also considers the profound impact of decolonization, globalization, and social-political dynamics on the enactment of numerous independent constitutions in Asia, including Vietnam (2013), Nepal (2015), and Thailand (2017). The jurisdictions covered in this comprehensive study span Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, North Korea, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

As a vital resource for scholars, researchers, and practitioners interested in Asian constitutional law, this set provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the region's legal frameworks and constitutional developments. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by Asian countries in shaping their legal identities and fostering democratic governance.

Whether you are a student, academic, lawyer, or policymaker, this four-volume set is an essential reference for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of comparative constitutional law in the Asian context.

Weight: 864g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509949694