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Constitutional Morality supports 'Transformative Constitutionalism' - using the Constitution as a tool for social change to achieve substantive equality and justice, not merely formal equality.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Transformative Constitutionalism (South African origin; applied in India): Constitution not just limits state power but actively transforms society to realize justice, equality, dignity. Constitutional Morality enables this: (a) Courts interpret provisions to advance marginalized groups (e.g., Vishaka guidelines on sexual harassment), (b) State obligated to take affirmative action (Articles 15(4), 16(4)), (c) Rights interpreted expansively (Article 21 includes health, education, environment). Balances judicial activism with democratic legitimacy.

Topic Constitutional Morality - Transformative Constitutionalism
Exam Relevance Transformative constitutionalism concept critical for UPSC Mains and advanced SSC exams
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