The Relationship Between Law and Government Science: A Literature Review on Constitutional Law and Administrative Law
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Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Public Policy, Good Governance, Rule of LawAbstract
Constitutional Law (HTN) and State Administrative Law (HAN) are two fundamental pillars of Indonesia's governance framework. HTN provides the constitutional foundation and legitimacy of state power, while HAN operationalizes that power through administrative actions. This study examines the conceptual and practical relationship between HTN and HAN as an integrated basis for law-based public policy and good governance, addressing a research gap that often treats both fields as separate legal domains. Using a qualitative library research approach, this study synthesizes scholarly literature, legal doctrines, and relevant regulatory frameworks. The findings indicate that the relationship between HTN and HAN is structural, functional, and normative. HTN defines constitutional authority and its limitations to prevent abuse of power, whereas HAN ensures that the exercise of authority is conducted procedurally, transparently, and accountably through the principles of legality and controlled administrative discretion. This study concludes that the integration of HTN and HAN is a prerequisite for legitimate and effective public policy. A rigid separation between the two risks regulatory overlap, legal inconsistency, and arbitrary governance. Therefore, strong institutional synergy, supported by judicial oversight through the State Administrative Court (PTUN), is essential for strengthening the rule of law and improving public service effectiveness in Indonesia.
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