In a significant legal development, the Constitutional Bench (CB) of Pakistan’s Supreme Court has conditionally permitted military courts to announce verdicts in 85 cases of civilians accused of attacking military installations on May 9, 2023. This decision, issued by a seven-member CB led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, comes amidst ongoing debates about the role of […]
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Courage and Integrity: The Role of Judges in Upholding Justice and Democracy
The judiciary stands as a cornerstone of democracy, tasked with safeguarding the rule of law and protecting citizens’ rights. Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah of Pakistan’s Supreme Court recently underscored the immense responsibility of judges to uphold their constitutional oaths courageously, particularly during times of authoritarian oppression. His remarks in the context of the Zulfikar […]