Rise Of Transformative Constitutionalism In India Through Constitutional Courts

The judiciary through the various constitutional courts have played a transformative role in shaping and sculpting the legal landscape of India. In recent years, the concept of transformative constitutionalism has gained prominence, evidenced by the discussions and debates of a permanent Constitutional Bench to be set up comprising of the judges of the Supreme Court of India. The Chief Justice of India, Dr. DY Chandrachud leading the way on dialogue on Constitutional Courts, in his recent lecture at Cambridge University discussed in detail the role of transformative constitutionalism in bolstering democratic legal atmosphere. The author through this article delves into and explores the interplay between constitutional courts, transformative constitutionalism, and legislative dialogue.