Judicial activism since the restoration of judiciary headed by Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry after the movement by lawyers has further aggravated the situation. All the aforementioned verdicts reflected will of the judges rather than adherence to the constitution and law. These constitutions invariably delineate an arrangement for distribution of powers between the pillars of the state known as the trichotomy of powers. They have also pitched the judiciary against the executive as well which can have disastrous consequences for the country. Nevertheless this unfortunate happening is a lesson for those occupying seats at the highest court to refrain from being partisan or playing politics which is none of their business.

Source: The Nation September 14, 2023 21:10 UTC