LAW4108

Constitutional law of malyasia 406 ( 6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL)

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Not offered in 2005.

Synopsis: The guarantees of fundamental liberties. The role of the Conference of Rulers. Relations between the federation and the states. the judiciary. Special and emergency powers. Processes of constitutional amendments. The separation of powers doctrine. The methods, techniques and attitudes of the Malaysian judiciary in constitutional interpretation.

Objectives: On completion of this subject students should (1) have acquired an understanding of the functioning of the Malaysian constitutional system; (2) have acquired an appreciation of contemporary issues relating to the constitutional and political systems of Malaysia; and (3) be able to see the dynamics of constitutional change in the context of a developing society, with a diversity of races, religions and cultures.

Assessment: Written research assignment (5000 words): 50% + Final examination (2 hours): 50%

Contact Hours: Three 1-hour seminars per week

Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal process OR LAW1101 Introduction to legal reasoning and LAW1102 Law in society