COSMOPOLITANISM OR ACCULTURATION? THE PRINCIPLES AND FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF THE COLOMBIAN POLITICAL CONSTITUTION OF 1991

Abstract

Objective. This article analyzes the possible influences on the 1991 Political Constitution of Colombia and paves the way for a debate on the consequences of acculturation. Methodology. Following the analytical method, the principles and fundamental rights in the Constitution are broken down to identify the ideals that found them. Results. It is noted that the principles and fundamental rights promulgated in the 1991 Magna Carta account for cosmopolitan ideals. In addition, a possible phenomenon of acculturation appears on a society that needed direction and mission. Conclusion. The formation of the Republic of Colombia was a complex process for the institutionalization of power structures under ideals that would guarantee the cohesion of the territory embodied in a foundational document called the Constitution.