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Enhancing syariah courts’ powers
The Syariah Courts (Criminal Jurisdiction) Act 1965 re-ignites some critical issues of constitutional law.
The rules of royal succession
The Federal Constitution provides the basis for choosing the King’s successor, aided by a rich tapestry of constitutional conventions or practices.
By-elections and the Constitution
The rule that a casual vacancy must be filled within 60 days is subject to a number of qualifications.
Reflecting on Dewan Negara’s role
People would like to see the Dewan Negara as part of the check-and-balance mechanism of the country.
Restoring Parliament’s eminence
Systems in which people participate are systems they are likely to respect.
Walking the middle path
We should accept that our critics are our best friends, broadening our horizons, correcting our flaws and helping us to grow better.
Varsity education and employability
Supplying technically sound but morally neutral human cogs for the industrial wheel will not lead to enlightened development.
A world in crisis
Many Muslim societies are indeed in turmoil, but we must avoid confusion between the faith and the faithful.
Arresting the nation’s legal woes
A mother pines for her child, the community is polarised, the judiciary is split down the line; the legislature maintains thunderous silence.
Improving institutional efficacy
Our premier democratic institution is unable to fulfil many of its constitutional mandates.
Building bridges, dismantling walls
Devotion to religion does not require hating others who love God differently.
Adenan’s bold move to restore 1963 pact
In Sarawak, English was never dethroned officially as the National Language Act 1963/67 was never ratified by the State Assembly.