Over the last decade, a consensus has emerged among international organizations, governments, and civil society on the vital role that governance plays in economic and social development. Strengthening the four elements of good governance—accountability, transparency, participation, and predictability—can increase government efficiency and impact.
Constitutional reform can be a vital tool to promote good governance by changing the rules to promote more accountability, transparency, participation, and predictability. A constitution defines and protects citizens’ rights from governmental abuse. It also limits and balances government powers vis-à-vis other players and institutions, thereby safeguarding minority rights. The constitution is the touchstone for the legality of all other laws and the basis for reviewing executive and legislative actions.
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