Constitution of Mauritius.
The Constitution is the supreme law of the Republic of Mauritius. It defines the State, protects fundamental rights and freedoms, and establishes the principal institutions through which the country is governed.
The legal foundation of the Mauritian State.
The Constitution of Mauritius originated with the Mauritius Independence Order 1968 and came into force in connection with the country’s independence on 12 March 1968.
It establishes the constitutional structure of the State, the institutions responsible for legislation and government, the judiciary, citizenship, public administration and public finance.
Of particular importance is Chapter II, which establishes constitutional protection for fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual.
This page provides an accessible overview. The constitutional document itself remains the authoritative reference for its exact provisions.
Three ideas sit at the heart of constitutional government.
Mauritius is constitutionally defined as a sovereign democratic State known as the Republic of Mauritius.
The Constitution occupies the highest position in the legal order and provides the framework within which other laws operate.
Fundamental rights and freedoms are recognised subject to the rights of others and the public interest as provided by the Constitution.
Chapter II protects fundamental rights and freedoms.
The Constitution contains detailed provisions governing the scope, protection and limitations of these rights.
The constitutional framework extends across the institutions of the State.
Establishes the State and the supremacy of the Constitution.
Sets out constitutional protections for individual rights and freedoms.
Contains constitutional provisions relating to citizenship.
Establishes the constitutional offices of the President and Vice-President of the Republic.
Covers the National Assembly, electoral provisions, legislation and parliamentary procedure.
Establishes executive authority, Ministers, Cabinet and key constitutional offices.
Contains constitutional provisions governing the Regional Assembly and Executive Council of Rodrigues.
Covers the Supreme Court, judges, courts of appeal and constitutional jurisdiction.
Establishes constitutional arrangements for public-service and related commissions.
Establishes the office and constitutional functions of the Ombudsman.
Covers public funds, expenditure, public debt and audit.
Contains interpretation and other constitutional provisions relating to public offices, appointments and institutional functions.
Government operates through distinct constitutional institutions.
Parliament exercises legislative power in accordance with the Constitution, including through the National Assembly.
The Constitution establishes executive authority and the institutions responsible for the conduct of government.
The Judicature chapter establishes the Supreme Court and constitutional arrangements concerning the judiciary.
Explore the Constitution in its full legal form.
YUVA hosts a copy of the Constitution of the Republic of Mauritius published by the Mauritius National Assembly. The document contains the full constitutional text, detailed provisions, amendments and schedules included in that edition.
This webpage is intended as a general educational overview and does not replace the constitutional text or professional legal advice.