Article 72. Political systems
Right to form political parties or political organisations
This is the official English text as consolidated on 31 December 2023. The English text is the law.
Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, the right to form political parties and any other political organisations is guaranteed.
An organisation shall not operate as a political party or organisation unless it conforms to the principles laid down in this Constitution and it is registered.
Parliament shall by law regulate the financing and functioning of political organisations.
Any person is free to stand for an election as a candidate, independent of a political organisation or political party.
Parliament shall by law regulate the manner of participation in and financing of elections by individuals seeking political office as independent candidates.