• Constitutional morality entails adherence to constitutional norms that enable the practice of the Constitution not only in letters but also in spirit. 
  • It goes beyond the literal interpretation to encompass a commitment to constitutional values such as sovereignty, social justice, and equality.
• British historian George Grote first coined the term. 
  • He emphasised the balance between freedom and restraint, where citizens obey constitutional authorities but also have the freedom to criticize them.
• According to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: 
  • Constitutional morality is necessary for the peaceful working of a democratic Constitution. However, it is not a natural sentiment. It has to be cultivated.
  • A strong nexus exists between the form of administration and the form of the Constitution. 
    • Thus, it is possible to undermine the Constitution, without changing its form by merely changing the form of the administration and making it inconsistent with the spirit of the Constitution.
      • Therefore, he favoured prescribing forms of administration in the Constitution itself. 

Some constitutional provisions related to Constitutional Morality

• Fundamental Rights: Individuals’ rights against the arbitrary use of state power.
• Fundamental Duties: Citizens have responsibilities to the nation. 
• Separation of power: Judicial review of legislative and executive actions, legislative oversight of the executive, etc.