Constitutional law in context

There are various principles and ideas invoked throughout this book and in most texts on constitutional law

These are: constitutional supremacy, separation of powers, the rule of law, democracy and transformative constitutionalism

Each of these is explained and discussed below

As explained at the start of this chapter, constitutional law is roughly divided into two parts: separation of powers and the Bill of Rights

The next three chapters of the book detail the powers and duties of the three arms of government established by the Constitution: the legislature, executive, and judiciary

South African Constitutional Law in Context is suited as core course material for students who are studying South African constitutional law as a module of the LLB degree, or at postgraduate level

The text offers a useful resource for legal practitioners who may wish to engage with foundational and current principles of the field