Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan: Not the constitutional function of the Conference of Rulers to determine the state ruler — Hafiz Hassan
SEPTEMBER 26 — In a beautiful and eloquent description of the Conference of Rulers, the country’s leading ex...
Professor Dr Shad Faruqi, a leading constitutional law expert, described the Conference of Rulers as a unique institution with critical constitutional functions. Established in 1897, the assembly dates back to its first meeting in Kuala Kangsar. Under the Federal Constitution, the Conference of Rulers holds the power to veto some constitutional amendments, advise on key appointments, and deliberate on national policies, including those related to Islam and Malay privileges.
The conference is responsible for electing the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Timbalan Yang di-Pertuan Agong, as well as having the authority to dismiss the King or a ruler when tried in a court under Article 182. However, it emerges that the Conference of Rulers does not have the constitutional function of determining the succession of a state ruler.
Article 71 of the Federal Constitution guarantees the right of a ruler to hold and exercise their position, and any disputes over succession must be resolved solely by the authorities and processes outlined in the State Constitution. Consequently, a notification from the Conference of Rulers regarding the appointment of a new Yang di-Pertuan Besar does not determine the succession to the state ruler.
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