Constitutionalism
in South Asia reflects the complex interaction between democratic ideals,
post-colonial state-building and socio-political realities. This research paper
undertakes a comparative analysis of the Constitution of the Democratic
Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Constitution of the People’s Republic
of Bangladesh, two constitutions shaped by colonial legacies, nationalist
movements, and aspirations for social justice. Both constitutional frameworks aim
to establish democratic governance, guarantee fundamental rights, and ensure
the sovereignty of the people, yet they differ significantly in institutional
design, treatment of religion, and constitutional amendment processes. The
study adopts a doctrinal and comparative methodology, examining constitutional
texts, amendments, judicial interpretations, and scholarly literature. It
focuses on core constitutional principles such as popular sovereignty,
separation of powers, fundamental rights, directive principles of state policy,
and judicial review. Special emphasis is placed on the evolving role of the
executive and judiciary in shaping constitutional governance in both countries.
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