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Parliamentarian as a legal philosophy: subject of analysis
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This research examined parliamentarianism as a legal philosophy, focusing on its conceptual foundations and evolution in contemporary political systems. The study employed a combination of historical-legal, comparative, and systematic analysis methods to analyse parliamentary practices across multiple jurisdictions. The results revealed that parliamentarianism as a legal philosophy extends beyond procedural frameworks. The research identified three distinct philosophical traditions informing modern parliamentary systems: liberal-representative, deliberative-consensual, and sovereignty-based approaches. Armenia’s transition to a parliamentary republic provided valuable insight into how emerging democracies adapt philosophical principles within unique historical contexts. The study further revealed significant correlations between philosophical approaches and judicial reasoning patterns compared to those in liberal-representative traditions. The study concluded that recognising parliamentarianism as a comprehensive legal philosophy rather than merely a procedural arrangement creates more resilient democratic institutions. This research contributes to legal theory by repositioning parliamentarianism within constitutional jurisprudence as a foundational philosophy rather than simply an institutional framework.
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