Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits Kot Lakhpat Jail on the occasion of Eidul Fitr in Lahore on April 22, 2023. PHOTO: PIDPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasised on Saturday that the real purpose of suo moto action by the courts is to serve the public interest rather than the interest of any individual. The prime minister said that there is no other reason to take suo moto notice, saying that the law and Constitution do not allow it for any other purpose. Suo moto actions allow for the judiciary to take notice of a matter on its own accord, without requiring a petition or request from any party. The use of suo moto powers has been a topic of debate in Pakistan, with some arguing that it can be misused and may lead to judicial overreach.

Source: The Express Tribune April 23, 2023 09:31 UTC