The newly-appointed chief justice has exercised his authority by appointingJazeela Aslam, District & Sessions Judge Okara, as the registrar in theSupreme Court, marking a notable shift in the leadership within thejudicial administration. Aslam’s appointment, based on deputation, has beenofficially communicated, signifying an intent to bring fresh perspectivesand expertise to the highest echelons of the judiciary.
With Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s recent elevation to the position of chiefjustice, significant transformations have occurred in two other crucialaspects of the judicial system. This pivotal shift extends its influence toboth the Supreme Judicial Council and the Judicial Commission, shaping thefuture of the Pakistani judiciary.
The Supreme Judicial Council, a body responsible for overseeing the conductand affairs of judges, has undergone alterations with the addition ofJustice Ijaz ul Ahsan. Justice Qazi Faez Isa and Justice Sardar TariqMasood already constitute integral components of this council.
This council’s composition is structured to encompass the chief justice,the two most senior judges of the Supreme Court, and the two most seniorhigh court judges, collectively serving as a crucial element in maintainingjudicial integrity.
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Similarly, the Judicial Commission, responsible for approving judicialappointments, has seen a significant change with the inclusion of JusticeMuneeb Akhtar. This commission comprises the chief justice, the four mostsenior judges of the court, the attorney general, a retired judge, and thelaw minister. This reform not only reaffirms the commitment to transparencyand impartiality in the appointment of judges but also sets a new coursefor the judiciary’s future.
In summary, Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s ascendancy to the position of chiefjustice has initiated a series of consequential changes in the SupremeJudicial Council, the Judicial Commission, and the administration of theSupreme Court. These changes underscore the commitment to upholding therule of law and ensuring transparency in the functioning of Pakistan’sjudiciary, shaping its trajectory in the years to come
