The role of the constitutional courts in maintaining peace: judicial public policy
Palabras clave:
Constitutional review, Constitutional courts, Peace, Constitutional valuesResumen
The study approaches the theme of Peace as a value enshrined in the constitutions of the States of the world and defended by instruments regulated in the Constitutions, especially the constitutional review. It is difficult to identify a more important topic of reflection and joint effort for all of us as inhabitants of this planet. Considering this importance, this study is an invitation to reflect on Peace as a constitutional value: how this value is regulated in the constitutions of the states of the world; the dimensions of Peace as a constitutional value; how the constitutional courts and equivalents defend Peace. The decisions and judgments of constitutional courts often have a “calming effect” on social tensions. They play a significant role in mitigating and resolving social conflicts and maintaining and sustaining social Peace. Given this role, it is vital to closely understand and follow constitutional justice developments in our States and the world. Constitutional justice has lights but also shadows, meaning a lot of power but also vulnerabilities. The awareness of all these aspects can lead to more solid institutions capable of being guardians of Peace and the rule of law in such a tumultuous and fragmented world.
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