Federal Constitution: A Commentary (With Introduction to Judicial Review), Second Edition | 2024

Federal Constitution: A Commentary (With Introduction to Judicial Review), Second Edition | 2024

One of the notable strengths of this book is its emphasis on the practical application of constitutional law principles. Further, the content is not limited to the exposition of constitutional provisions. It delves into the historical and political context in which the Malaysian Constitution was drafted, providing readers with a holistic understanding of the constitutional framework.

From the Foreword by Tan Sri Datuk Nallini Pathmanathan,
Federal Court Judge

This book provides the most thorough and up-to-date commentary on the Malaysian Federal Constitution. Written by the prolific legal expert Srimurugan Alagan, this second edition builds upon the 2019 edition by offering detailed insights into recent landmark judgments and constitutional amendments. These include changes to the minimum age requirements for voting and parliamentary membership, the new anti-party hopping law, and amendments reflecting the Malaysia Agreement 1963. The author's dedicated research has enabled the inclusion of relevant historical background, enhancing the appreciation of the contexts that have shaped the development of Malaysian constitutional law.

Essential for practitioners, judges, students, and policymakers, this edition is a must-have for anyone seeking a deep understanding of Malaysia's supreme law.

Key Features of Federal Constitution: A Commentary (With Introduction to Judicial Review), Second Edition:

- Detailed article-by-article commentary, revised and updated as of June 2024.
- Analysis of all the latest amendments to the Federal Constitution from 2019 to the present.
- New section discussing judicial review principles within the constitutional law context.
- Provides historical and political background to fully understand the Malaysian constitutional framework.
- Extensive citations of case law, both local and international, to support detailed analysis of constitutional provisions.
- Extensive cross-referencing between related provisions for a comprehensive understanding of interconnected articles of the Federal Constitution.
- Discussion of recent landmark cases, including Nik Elin Zurina binti Nik Abdul Rashid & Anor v. Kerajaan Negeri Kelantan, Dhinesh Tanaphll v. Lembaga Pencegahan Jenayah, SIS Forum (M) v. Kerajaan Negeri Selangor, Maria Chin Abdullah v. Ketua Pengarah Imigresen & Anor, and others.
- Critical inputs and recommendations on the need for reform in certain areas and institutions.
- Authored by an experienced practitioner with extensive practical knowledge of Malaysian constitutional law.

Contents of Federal Constitution: A Commentary (With Introduction to Judicial Review), Second Edition:

1. Article-by-Article commentary of the Federal Constitution
2. Judicial Review: An Introduction to Law and Principles
3. Appendix: Judges’ Code of Ethics 2009