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What Does Extension of the Transition Period Mean for Constitution-Making in South Sudan?

South Sudan has recently extended its transition period by two years. Despite progress—such as establishing key institutions like the National Election Commission and passing significant legislation—t…

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Democracy in Action: The Role of Civil Society in Botswana’s Failed Constitutional Amendment Bill

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6 Nov Politician in Turkey pushes for constitutional amendment extending presidential term limits

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5 Nov Momentum for constitutional amendments in Japan wanes after election

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4 Nov Indigenous communities in Brazil protest proposed constitutional amendment limiting land rights

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1 Nov Thailand is unlikely to get new constitution before 2027

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31 Oct Maldives plans to amend constitution to change start date of presidential term

6 Nov Politician in Turkey pushes for constitutional amendment extending presidential term limits

5 Nov Momentum for constitutional amendments in Japan wanes after election

4 Nov Indigenous communities in Brazil protest proposed constitutional amendment limiting land rights

1 Nov Thailand is unlikely to get new constitution before 2027

31 Oct Maldives plans to amend constitution to change start date of presidential term

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Who should write a country’s constitution? Should reproductive rights be protected in the Constitution? Why do coups happen? These are some of the interesting questions that frequently pop up in constitutional building processes. Politicians, media, activist NGOs, academicians and even international observers frequently need to reflect quickly on pressing specific challenges and hence need a quick search service as a solution. Here, a number of FAQs collected from real settings cutting across different thematic areas have been sent to our team of experts who have come up with some interesting answers.