Muhammad Akbar Siregar, Joice Natalia Lubis, Patrecia Gabriella Siregar, Novita Sari Sitompul

Dinamika Check & Balance Antar Lembaga Negara di Indonesia Pada Masa Periode Kedua Presiden Jokowi

Introduction

Dinamika check & balance antar lembaga negara di indonesia pada masa periode kedua presiden jokowi . Analisis dinamika check & balance antar lembaga negara Indonesia di periode kedua Presiden Jokowi. Mengungkap dominasi eksekutif, lemahnya legislatif, dan independensi yudikatif, serta dampaknya pada demokrasi dan supremasi hukum.

Abstract

This study examines the dynamics of inter-institutional relations among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches in Indonesia during the second term of President Joko Widodo, focusing on the implementation of the check and balanceprinciple. Employing a library research method, the study analyzes secondary sources such as academic journals, news reports, official documents, and public statements to assess the effectiveness of institutional oversight mechanisms. The findings indicate a growing imbalance of power, with executive dominance, weakened legislative oversight, and reduced judicial independence. Political consolidation and the revision of key laws have further reinforced this trend. Overall, the check and balancemechanism has not functioned effectively during this period, raising concerns about the state of democracy and the rule of law in Indonesia.

Review

The article, "Dinamika Check & Balance Antar Lembaga Negara di Indonesia Pada Masa Periode Kedua Presiden Jokowi," addresses a critically important and timely subject: the health of democratic governance in Indonesia. Utilizing a library research method, the study systematically examines secondary sources including academic literature, news, and official documents to analyze the inter-institutional dynamics between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches during President Jokowi's second term. The core assertion is that the check and balance mechanism has significantly faltered, characterized by executive dominance, weakened legislative oversight, and compromised judicial independence, with political consolidation and legal revisions exacerbating this trend. This paper makes a valuable contribution by focusing on a specific and highly relevant period in Indonesian political history, providing an initial assessment of how foundational democratic principles are being applied in practice. The explicit focus on the "check and balance" principle, particularly across all three branches of government, is commendable, offering a holistic view of institutional power dynamics. By drawing upon a diverse array of secondary sources, the research offers a comprehensive overview of the prevailing narratives and documented events concerning power relations, which is essential for understanding the current state of Indonesia's democratic institutions. The findings, indicating an imbalance and executive overreach, are significant and resonate with broader scholarly and public discourse. While the study effectively identifies and describes the apparent erosion of check and balance mechanisms, future iterations or related research could benefit from a deeper analytical engagement with the *causes* and *consequences* of these dynamics. For instance, exploring specific instances and detailed case studies beyond a general overview might strengthen the evidence base and allow for a more nuanced discussion of causality. Furthermore, while the abstract points to "political consolidation and the revision of key laws," a more in-depth exploration of the mechanisms through which these factors contribute to the described imbalance would enhance the theoretical grounding. Expanding on the specific implications for the "state of democracy and the rule of law," perhaps with a comparative lens or a more explicit theoretical framework, would also elevate the scholarly impact of this important assessment.

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