Doctrine of Constitutional Morality: Interpretation in Recent Supreme Court Rulings

The doctrine of constitutional morality is a concept that goes beyond the literal text of the Constitution. It refers to a commitment to the fundamental values and principles of the Constitution, such as liberty, equality, and fraternity, ensuring that these principles are not subverted by popular or societal morality. In essence, it is the judicial conscience that upholds the spirit of the Constitution against the majoritarian impulses of the day.

Recent Developments

• The Supreme Court has increasingly invoked the doctrine of constitutional morality to protect the fundamental rights of marginalized groups. This principle has been central to several landmark rulings. ....