In a significant move today, the President of Pakistan approved the Practice and Procedures Act 2024, a development that promises to reshape the landscape of the judiciary. This new act includes a crucial clause that empowers the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faiz Esa, to make important appointments within the judicial system through an ordinance of amendment.
🚨🚨#BREAKING: Apparent perfect coordination between Govt and CJP #JusticeQaziFaezIsa, President empowers CJP by ordinance of amendment in #SupremeCourt practice & procedure act and CJP immediately nominate Justice Aminuddin 3rd member of committee, removes Justice Munib Akhtar. pic.twitter.com/Ce9XbIPr4l
— Asad Ali Toor (@AsadAToor) September 20, 2024
Acting swiftly on this newfound authority, Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Esa has made headlines by removing Justice Munib Akhtar from his position and appointing Justice Aminuddin as the third member of a critical committee. This decision has raised eyebrows and sparked discussions across legal circles, as it underscores the Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Esa’s enhanced powers under the newly enacted law.
Proponents of the Practice and Procedures Act argue that it is a necessary step towards streamlining judicial processes and improving the efficiency of the court system. They believe that empowering the Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Esa can lead to quicker resolutions and a more responsive judiciary. Supporters hope this act will eliminate delays that have long plagued the legal system, ensuring that justice is not only served but also seen to be served.
However, critics of the act are raising alarms about the potential for abuse of power. They express concern that granting such significant authority to one individual could undermine judicial independence. Questions are being asked about whether rapid changes like this are in the best interest of the public and the integrity of the judiciary itself.
As Pakistan navigates these significant changes, the legal community and citizens alike are keenly observing the implications of this act. The approval of the Practice and Procedures Act 2024 marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s judicial history. How these changes will impact the balance of power within the judiciary remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the eyes of the nation are on the court system, waiting to see how it evolves in response to this landmark legislation.
