Constitutional Court

Definition

A Constitutional Court is a judicial body that has the authority to interpret and apply a country's constitution. It ensures that laws and government actions are in line with the constitution.

Related terms

Judicial Review: The power of a court to review and potentially invalidate laws or government actions that are deemed unconstitutional.

Separation of Powers: The division of governmental powers among different branches, such as the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

Supreme Court: The highest court in a country's judicial system, often responsible for interpreting constitutional issues.