The Overlapping Consensus in the Indonesian Constitution and Its Challenges: Konsensus Berkeadilan dalam Konstitusi Indonesia dan Tantangan-tantangannya

Sunaryo Sunaryo

doi:10.31078/jk2031

Authors

Sunaryo Sunaryo Faculty of Philosophy and Civilization, Paramadina University, Jakarta, Indonesia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2586-2251

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31078/jk2031

Keywords:

Social Unity, Indonesian Constitution, Overlapping Consensus, Reasonableness, Justice

Abstract

Pancasila and UUD 1945 form the foundation of Indonesia's social unity. This article analyzes whether Pancasila and UUD 1945 align with John Rawls' criteria of overlapping consensus. The article concludes that the agreement among Indonesia's founding fathers fulfills the requirements of an "overlapping consensus." This consensus encompasses principles of justice that remain independent of any comprehensive doctrine, ensuring the protection of citizens' fundamental rights and the most disadvantaged groups. Despite its imperfections, this consensus significantly contributes to Indonesian social unity. Nevertheless, the reality is marked by challenges and threats that require resolution. Some groups seek to dominate others, and specific rules deviate from the principles of justice. The state and society's commitment to uphold the overlapping consensus is crucial. Among the institutions entrusted with maintaining this consensus is the Constitutional Court.

Author Biography

Sunaryo Sunaryo, Faculty of Philosophy and Civilization, Paramadina University, Jakarta, Indonesia

Sunaryo was born in Bekasi in 1978. From 1991 to 2001, he studied at the Bekasi Annida al-Islamy Islamic boarding school. He studied at IAIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta in 1999 but did not continue. He then moved to Driyarkara College of Philosophy (STF) Jakarta to study philosophy in undergraduate (2001-2006), masters (2008-2011) and doctoral (2012-2015) programs. He teaches at the Philosophy and Religion Study Program and the Magister Program of Islamic Studies at Paramadina University Jakarta. He has published several opinion articles, scientific articles, and books. Books that have been published include Etika Berbasis Kebebasan Amartya Sen (Penerbit Gramedia, 2017) and Perihal Keadilan (Penerbit Kompas, 2021).

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