Constitute topics are built from the variables in the Comparative Constitutions Project’s dataset, which captures the content of world constitutions. The particular variables relevant to this topic are listed below, in the form of survey questions.
More information about the CCP’s research design is available here, including background information on how the team designed the inventory of constitutional topics as well as the full coding survey
Description
Establishes the competencies of the electoral court. In addition to hearing challenges of election results, the court may be responsible for certifying various aspects of elections, including voter rolls and final vote tallies.
Categories
Elections; Judiciary; Regulation and Oversight
Survey Questions
- What powers are explicitly granted to the electoral court?