Revisiting Constitutional Frameworks and Human Rights in Times of Political and Economic Crisis

Abstract

Abstract

Constitutional frameworks and human rights regimes are often tested during periods of political and economic crisis. These crises—ranging from financial collapses to pandemics and political instability—pose significant challenges to democratic governance and the protection of fundamental rights. This review article critically examines how constitutional systems respond to such crises, the extent to which human rights are preserved or curtailed, and the evolving jurisprudence surrounding emergency powers. Drawing on comparative constitutional law, public policy analysis, and human rights theory, the paper highlights key trends, identifies gaps, and proposes pathways for strengthening resilience in constitutional democracies.