In June this year, the US Congress passed a resolution with 368-7 votes reflecting bipartisan support which expressed concern over the state of human rights in Pakistan and the conduct of the 2024 general elections demanding a free and fair probe into allegations of rigging. This indiscretion by the US Congress was a blatant violation […]
UN Failure in Promoting Peace
The formation of the United Nations after the end of World War II with the ostensible objective of preventing future wars and resolving conflicts between nations through peaceful means has miserably failed to achieve its vowed objectives. The reasons for this failure are inherent in flaws in the charter and structure of the UNSC. Since […]
Petitions Against 26th Amendment
Lahore High Court Bar Association, Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaaf (PTI), Jamaat Islami (JI) and a lawyer from Malakand Muhammad Anas have challenged the 26th Amendment in the Supreme Court of Pakistan contending that it vitiated the basic structure of the constitution which was a forbidden area for the parliament. A similar petition has been filed before the […]
Rants of A Disgruntled Man
On Friday 25th October Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa finally said adieu to the highest judicial forum (SC) when a traditional ceremony of full court reference was held to acknowledge his services, leadership and dedication to upholding the integrity of judiciary. However, the occasion was marred by the absence of six judges including Justice Mansoor […]
Black Day
According to the Indian Independence Act, the rulers of princely states were given the choice to freely accede to either India or Pakistan, or to remain independent. However, Lord Mountbatten while speaking to the Chamber of Princes on June 25, 1947 said “The Indian Independence Act releases the States from all their obligations to the […]
The Unfolding Political Chaos
Democracy thrives and gains strength when the political parties vying for winning the franchise of the people show unflinching respect for the constitution and law of the land, pursue their political objectives in consonance with the internationally recognized norms of democratic behaviour and ruling and opposition parties show respect for each other’s mandate besides have […]
Divide and Confrontation Among SC Judges
Regrettably, there are no two opinions about the fact that we have become an extremely polarized society. It is a permeating reality in all spheres of national life. Thanks to the policies of self-aggrandizement pursued by our politicians. The intensity of the problem can be gauged from the fact that even the higher judiciary has […]
Nexus Between Development and Justice
The judiciary is considered the most sanctimonious institution due to its pivotal role in erecting the edifice of the state. In regards to dispensation of justice there is a proverb “Justice is Blind.” This expression means that justice is impartial and objective. This proverb is usually used when talking about a legal court and refers […]
Congress Resolution Reflects US Hypocris
The resolution titled ‘Expressing Support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan’ passed by US Congress with an overwhelming 368-7 votes reflecting bipartisan support is a typical ploy to interfere in the internal affairs of a sovereign country and a sheer violation of the UN Charter besides being a model of hypocrisy of the so-called […]
Selective Contempt Proceedings
The judiciary is the most sanctimonious institution of the state and the individuals manning it deserve utmost respect by the people and society. However, respect and veneration do not come automatically. The judges have to earn it through their decisions and verdicts strictly in conformity with the constitution and law premised on principles of fairness […]