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Judicial Commission of Pakistan Holds First Meeting Post-26th Amendment
The Judicial Commission of Pakistan held its first meeting today, led by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, to discuss forming a constitutional bench and establishing a secretariat while addressing quorum issues.
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by News Desk
2024-11-05
Judicial Commission of Pakistan Holds First Meeting Post-26th Amendment

The Judicial Commission of Pakistan convened its inaugural meeting today following the enactment of the 26th constitutional amendment. The session was chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and included notable attendees such as Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, Justice Muneeb Akhtar, and Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar, among others.

 

During the meeting, Secretary of the Judicial Commission, Jazeela Aslam, issued a formal announcement highlighting the participation of key judicial and legal figures. Chief Justice Afridi welcomed the members and congratulated them on their appointments, marking a significant step in the commission's mandate.

 

A point of contention arose when member Umar Ayub questioned the quorum due to the absence of one member. Despite his objections, the majority voted in favor of proceeding with the meeting, affirming its constitutional validity.

 

Key agenda items included discussions on the establishment of a specific secretariat to facilitate the commission's operations. After thorough deliberations, the commission empowered the Chief Justice to formulate rules and establish the secretariat.

 

The commission also explored the formation of a constitutional bench tasked with reviewing constitutional matters and cases. Justice Aminuddin Khan was designated as the head of the constitutional bench, which will also comprise Justice Jamal Khan Mandukhel, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Justice Ayesha Malik, Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi, Justice Musrat Hilali, and Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan.

 

After extensive discussions, the constitutional bench was approved by a vote of 7 out of 12 members, ensuring representation from all four provinces. The bench's term is set for two months, and its establishment is seen as a procedural step towards enhancing the effectiveness of the Judicial Commission in accordance with the new constitutional framework.

 

At the conclusion of the meeting, Chief Justice Afridi expressed gratitude to the members for their participation and contributions.

 

The proceedings of the Judicial Commission are pivotal in shaping the legal landscape of Pakistan, particularly in the wake of the recent constitutional amendments.
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