The Indian community, for instance feels particularly vulnerable in light of the country’s history of race-based coups and the trampling of their rights,” Mr Chaudhry said.

The Group of 11 pushed for stability and legal clarity throughout the constitutional challenge, with Mr Vakalalabure noting they had achieved both objectives.

Party lawyer Jolame Uludole said the opinion was a setback for those who believed the 1997 Constitution remained a valid legal document.