Constitutional Law and New Challenges

By jagadeesh krishnan

Constitutional law, the bedrock of governance in any democratic society, constantly faces a barrage of new challenges as societies evolve and technology advances. These challenges test the resilience and adaptability of constitutional principles, demanding innovative interpretations and, at times, even constitutional amendments.One of the most significant contemporary challenges stems from the rapid advancement of technology. The digital age has blurred the lines between public and private spheres, posing complex questions for fundamental rights like privacy and freedom of expression. Issues such as data protection, online surveillance, and the regulation of social media content require careful consideration within the constitutional framework. How do traditional notions of search and seizure apply in the context of digital data? How can freedom of speech be balanced with the need to combat hate speech and misinformation online? These are just some of the pressing questions that constitutional law must grapple with in the 21st century.Furthermore, globalization and transnational issues present new challenges to the traditional Westphalian model of state sovereignty.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6208847494
• ISBN13: 9786208847494
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Scholars' Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"