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The Role of Constituent Assemblies in Constitution Making

This paper examines characteristics of constituent assemblies as distinct from other constitution-making mechanisms, and also variation within such assemblies with respect to, for example, composition, functions, and modes of operation. The paper also briefly discusses the aftermath of a constituent assembly, in particular referendums and implementation.

Author
Yash Ghai, International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance
Date
Keywords  Constitution-making Body/Bodies,  Constituent Assembly,  Organization of Constitution-making Body/Bodies,  Sequencing,  Interim Arrangements,  Implementation,  Referendum
Process
Constitution-making Bodies