Theunis Roux

Provides a comparative analysis of the ideational dimension of judicial review and its potential contribution to democratic governance.

A Comparative Analysis

The Politico-Legal Dynamics of Judicial Review

Roberto Gargarella

Pilar Domingo

This volume examines the role of courts as a channel for social transformation for excluded sectors of society in contemporary democracies, with a focus on social rights litigation in post-authoritarian regimes or contexts of fragile state presence.

An Institutional Voice for the Poor?

Courts and Social Transformation in New Democracies

Using case studies drawn from Latin America, Africa, India and Eastern Europe, this volume examines the role of courts as a channel for social transformation for excluded sectors of society in contemporary democracies. With a focus on social rights litigation in post-authoritarian regimes or in the context of fragile state control, the authors assess the role of judicial processes in altering (or perpetuating) social and economic inequalities and power relations in society. Drawing on interdisciplinary expertise in the fields of law, political theory, and political science, the chapters address theoretical debates and present empirical case studies to examine recent trends in social rights litigation.

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