The Role of the Constitutional Court in Strengthening Constitutional Democracy in Indonesia

Authors

Daeng Ayub Universitas Riau, Pekanbaru

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54518/ldi.3.2.2025.1350

Keywords:

Constitutional Court, Constitutional Democracy, Constitutional Law, Judicial Review, Rule of Law

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of the Constitutional Court in strengthening constitutional democracy in Indonesia from a normative legal perspective. The study focuses on the effectiveness of the legal framework governing the Constitutional Court and the urgency of institutional strengthening in maintaining the principles of a democratic rule of law state. The research method used is library research with statutory and conceptual approaches, based on the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, the Constitutional Court Act, the Judicial Power Act, and recent academic literature. The findings indicate that normatively, the legal framework governing the Constitutional Court is sufficiently effective in providing a strong basis for its authority as the guardian of the constitution through judicial review mechanisms and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights. However, its effectiveness still depends on implementation, institutional independence, and consistency in constitutional interpretation. Furthermore, strengthening the Constitutional Court’s regulatory framework is an urgent necessity in responding to contemporary constitutional dynamics to ensure the continuity of checks and balances and the reinforcement of constitutional democracy. Thus, the Constitutional Court functions not only as a judicial institution but also as a key pillar in maintaining the stability of Indonesia’s democratic and constitutional legal system.

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Published

2025-12-30

How to Cite

Ayub, D. (2025). The Role of the Constitutional Court in Strengthening Constitutional Democracy in Indonesia. Law and Democracy Insight, 3(2), 166–175. https://doi.org/10.54518/ldi.3.2.2025.1350