The Inauguration of the President and Vice President by the MPR Does Not Have Constitutional Legitimacy from a State Administration Perspective

The inauguration of the President and Vice President is a crucial moment in the Indonesian state system that must be carried out in accordance with constitutional legitimacy. Legality and legal certainty are the foundation for inaugurated officials to have legitimate authority and be widely accepted. This study analyzes inaugurations conducted by the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) without constitutional legitimacy, focusing on procedures, formal requirements, and the MPR's compliance with the 1945 Constitution, the Election Law, and related MPR regulations. The method used is a normative juridical and conceptual approach, through a review of legislation, constitutional law literature, and analysis of hypothetical cases. The results show that inaugurations without constitutional legitimacy do not meet the formal or substantive requirements stipulated in the law. It creates legal uncertainty and can weaken the principle of checks and balances, the stability of government institutions, and political legitimacy. Officials inaugurated under these conditions face legal and political challenges that can affect government effectiveness. This research emphasizes the importance of strengthening procedural mechanisms, the role of oversight bodies such as the Constitutional Court and the House of Representatives (DPR), and public legal education to ensure that the inauguration of state officials consistently complies with constitutional provisions. Recommendations include reforming inauguration regulations to clarify the authority of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), increasing the transparency of the process, and strengthening public understanding of constitutional principles. Implementing these measures will strengthen the legitimacy of state officials, maintain legal certainty, and support democratic stability in Indonesia.