Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, a senior judge of the Supreme Court, expressed grave concerns about the potential consequences of failing to implement the court’s decisions, warning that such actions could disrupt the delicate balance of the Constitution of Pakistan and the smooth functioning of the legal system. Speaking at an event in Islamabad, he stressed that disregarding or delaying the implementation of Supreme Court judgments would not only disrupt the legal system but also upset the constitutional balance. Justice Shah underscored the fundamental importance of the separation of powers in a democratic system, emphasizing that it should not be compromised.
He further emphasized that implementing the court’s orders is not merely a burden or a courtesy, but a constitutional obligation that must be fulfilled. Justice Shah highlighted the delicate equilibrium that exists within the constitutional framework and emphasized the obligation to maintain this balance without any executive overreach. He reiterated that once the Supreme Court has made a decision, it is imperative that the judgment be implemented, as failing to do so would have severe and far-reaching consequences and would constitute a violation of the Constitution.
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Justice Shah emphasized the unique authority of the Supreme Court in deciding matters and stated that its judgments must be respected and implemented without question. He underlined that the implementation of court judgments is an integral part of the constitutional structure, with the Constitution being the supreme law of the land, its authority not to be trifled with. Justice Shah firmly stated that there is no room to dispute or reject Supreme Court rulings, as the Constitution mandates their implementation.
Moreover, he pointed out that disregarding the court’s rulings would not only contravene the Constitution but also disrupt the separation of powers. Justice Shah’s comments come in the wake of recent legislative actions taken by ruling parties, which some believe are aimed at bypassing a specific Supreme Court ruling. It should be noted that the Supreme Court’s recent ruling in favour of a political party has been the subject of political contention and may have prompted Justice Shah’s statements regarding the importance of upholding and implementing court decisions.
