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Lalu Hendri Nur Iskandar
The National University Of Malaysia
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THE PROTECTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS Shanmugam a/l Thiagarajan; Lalu Hendri Nur Iskandar
JURNAL DARUSSALAM: Pemikiran Hukum Tata Negara dan Perbandingan Mazhab Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Darussalam: Pemikiran Hukum Ketatanegaraan dan Perbandingan Mazhab
Publisher : STIS Darussalam Bermi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59259/jd.v5i1.226

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This study examines the protection of human rights in the Malaysian legal system, focusing on its constitutional and legal framework, challenges in implementation, and prospects for strengthening human rights protection. The study employs a normative legal research method by analysing the Federal Constitution of Malaysia, relevant legislation, scholarly literature, and Malaysian journal articles. The findings indicate that the Federal Constitution, particularly Part II, provides the fundamental legal basis for protecting individual liberties, including the right to life, equality before the law, freedom of speech, and freedom of religion. However, the implementation of these protections continues to face challenges arising from legal restrictions, limitations on fundamental freedoms, enforcement issues, and the protection of vulnerable groups. The study also identifies the importance of judicial independence, institutional accountability, legal reform, and public awareness in improving human rights protection. Strengthening the role of the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM) and promoting greater consistency between domestic laws and international human rights standards are essential steps towards achieving more effective protection. This study concludes that a stronger commitment to constitutional principles, transparent governance, and the rule of law is necessary to ensure that human rights are protected fairly and effectively in Malaysia.
Co-Authors Shanmugam a/l Thiagarajan