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Ever wondered how the public sector is organised? Here we outline the structure of the Executive branch of government and show how it sits alongside the Legislative and Judicial branches and local government. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gMh99K4T

Ever wondered how the public sector is organised? Here we outline the structure of the Executive branch of government and show how it sits alongside the Legislative and Judicial branches and local government. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gDCVfnbT

More government employees need to do more walk and less sitting on their chairs. They need to take basic training class on 1st amendment. If we had good system like modern socialist system, good educational system, and good mother we would not have minor with crimes in order to build these type of building by our tax money. It is waste money and resources. https://lnkd.in/gTaWHnT2

The 26th Constitutional Amendment, recently passed by Pakistan’s Parliament, marks a significant challenge to the independence of the judiciary—an issue highlighted by the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) in their recent statement. This amendment raises serious concerns about its implications for the rule of law, judicial impartiality, and democratic integrity in Pakistan. The judiciary serves as the cornerstone of a fair and just society, acting as a neutral arbiter between the government and the people. When judicial independence is compromised, the balance of power tilts, allowing the executive and legislative branches to potentially influence judicial outcomes. This can lead to biased judgments, the erosion of checks and balances, and ultimately, the weakening of democracy itself. According to the ICJ, the 26th Amendment is a direct threat to these principles as it undermines judicial autonomy. The ability of judges to operate free from political pressure is essential in ensuring that justice is delivered impartially. Without this independence, the judiciary cannot effectively act as a safeguard against arbitrary decisions by the government, which can impact everything from civil liberties to economic rights.

In the most recent blog post, published at #50shadesoffederalism, together with professor Jens Woelk, we discuss the European Commission priority on status of foreign judges at 🇧🇦 Constitutional Court and propose a new method of selecting three foreigners at the Court. ▶️ https://lnkd.in/ebdjHP5w In my earlier post for the IACL-AIDC, I have considered four key issues behind the debate on the future of foreign judges, concluding that foreigners still have a decisive role to play in post-conflict BiH state building. ▶️ https://lnkd.in/epq9Ndfa #constitutionalcourt #foreignjudges #euintegration

As our Parliament discusses the proposed 26th Amendment to the Constitution, focusing on altering the superior judiciary's functioning, it's crucial to uphold the rule of law and independence of judiciary. In Pakistan, respecting court decisions and ensuring an impartial judiciary are vital for citizens' rights and trust in state institutions. Rushed amendments risk undermining justice - "justice hurried is justice buried." Constitutional reforms impacting the judiciary require thoughtful consideration. Hasty changes jeopardize the freedoms and justice that define our nation. The rule of law is a fundamental necessity, not a privilege. Therefore, any constitutional revisions must strengthen, not weaken, the judiciary's independence and people's rights.

🔍 Lawsuits for Revenge and Profit? Explore the impact of misuse of the judicial system. - What happens when people use the judicial system not to redress a grievance, but to attack others? - Does a person have standing to sue, even thou they suffered no harmed? - What are the costs to others when people engage in such “law fare”? Read more at https://bit.ly/4bsU0J7 📚 On Sale NOW! Our newly revised US Constitution course Host Kit! Everything you need to present our course is in this one package. https://bit.ly/48eEbCS Join us in our mission to restore the Constitutional Republic through grassroots education. Step #1: Pray. Step #2: Study. Step #3: Act. https://bit.ly/47TyXfT #IOTC #ConstitutionalRepublic #GrassrootsEducation #RestoreAmerica #Lawfare #USConstitution #Education #AmericanView #LawAndGovernment #TeachConstitution

🔍 Lawsuits for Revenge and Profit? Explore the impact of misuse of the judicial system. - What happens when people use the judicial system not to redress a grievance, but to attack others? - Does a person have standing to sue, even thou they suffered no harmed? - What are the costs to others when people engage in such “law fare”? Read more at https://bit.ly/4bsU0J7 📚 On Sale NOW! Our newly revised US Constitution course Host Kit! Everything you need to present our course is in this one package. https://bit.ly/48eEbCS Join us in our mission to restore the Constitutional Republic through grassroots education. Step #1: Pray. Step #2: Study. Step #3: Act. https://bit.ly/47TyXfT #IOTC #ConstitutionalRepublic #GrassrootsEducation #RestoreAmerica #Lawfare #USConstitution #Education #AmericanView #LawAndGovernment #TeachConstitution

Looking for a thought-provoking read on the role of constitutional courts in combating threats to democracy? Check out Pablo Castillo-Ortiz's and Yaniv Roznai's article "The Democratic Self-Defence of Constitutional Courts" for a deep dive into this crucial topic here https://lnkd.in/gNFvuvUU. #democracy #courts #militantdemocracy  

I'm delighted to have participated in the webinar on 'Amendments in the Constitution of Pakistan 1973,' organized by the Law Student Foundation. The session critically examined constitutional reforms, echoing concerns similar to those surrounding the 26th Constitutional Amendment Bill currently under discussion. Just as the proposed bill threatens to fundamentally reshape Pakistan’s judiciary—by transferring the Supreme Court’s original jurisdiction to a new constitutional court heavily influenced by the executive—the amendments to the 1973 Constitution also provoke questions about the balance of power. The creation of a court where judges are handpicked by political figures, effectively sidelining the judiciary's role in constitutional interpretation, reflects the core issue discussed during the webinar: the need to safeguard judicial independence. Much like the 26th Amendment’s proposal to abolish the Supreme Court’s role in key constitutional petitions, these amendments challenge the very foundations of democracy. By diluting checks and balances, both sets of changes pose the risk of executive overreach. Thought-provoking discussions like this help us grasp the potential consequences and highlight the importance of maintaining a robust judicial system to preserve our nation's democratic principles. #ConstitutionOfPakistan #RuleOfLaw #26thConstitutionAmendmentBill #JudicialIndependence