Reflection on state of emergencies
Reflection on state of emergencies “It cannot be that an instrument of law which has its validity from Article 150 can itself negate the very body which provided for its promulgation.” 02 Mar 2021 / 11:43 H. Pix for illustration purposes. MODERN democratic constitutions provide for a declaration of state of emergency to meet the exigencies of a grave threat to a nation. Such provisions are provided for the government to respond effectively when the security, economic life and public order is under threat. Citizens expect there would be an objective evaluation of circumstances that ex...