The Constitutional Court has dismissed a petition, demanding the dissolution of the Move Forward, Prachachat and Fair parties on charges of separatism and attempting to overthrow the democratic system through amendments to the Constitution.
Natthaporn Toprayoon, a lawyer and former adviser to the ombudsman, filed the petition and accused the three parties of attempting to amend Chapter 1 of the Constitution, which deals with the kingdom of Thailand, and Chapter 2, which deals with the monarchy. He also accused the three parties of associating themselves with individuals or groups advocating for self-determination in the country’s three restive southern provinces.
The court ruled that there is no factual evidence or otherwise to prove that the three parties were involved in separatist activities, or activities deemed as an attempt to overthrow the democratic system.
The court also said that the three parties have the right to seek constitutional amendments.
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