The aim of this dissertation is twofolded. Firstly, it defines judicial activism as actions of the judiciary in which they exceed their authority to rule against written legislation or the spirit...Show moreThe aim of this dissertation is twofolded. Firstly, it defines judicial activism as actions of the judiciary in which they exceed their authority to rule against written legislation or the spirit of the law. Secondly, this form of Judicial Activism cannot be allowed, because it would harm legal certainty and diminish the legitimacy of the judiciary and lead to unclarity on fundamental principles. Furthermore, Judicial Activism is not the solution for the problem of unjust laws.Show less
