Corporate Social Responsibility As An Instrument Of Transformative Constitutionalism In India
- IJLLR Journal
- Jan 17
- 1 min read
Malkar Chowdary Bhargavi, Advocate, Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh
ABSTRACT
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has evolved from voluntary philanthropy to a statutory obligation under the Companies Act, 2013, requiring certain corporations to spend at least 2% of their average net profits on specified social development activities. This article examines CSR as an instrument of transformative constitutionalism — the use of constitutional principles to engender deep socio-economic change, enhance equality, dignity, and participation, and bridge the gap between constitutional ideals and ground realities.
The article situates CSR within the constitutional framework of India, analyses how its statutory mandate aligns with transformative aims, evaluates its achievements and limitations, and suggests directions for strengthening CSR’s impact on inclusive development. It concludes that while CSR has potential to complement state action and advance constitutional goals, strategic alignment, community participation, robust impact assessment, and integration with developmental planning are essential for realizing its transformative promise.
