ISLAMABAD: On Friday, the Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed a plea advocating for the enforcement of an Islamic presidential form of government in the country. The orders were passed by CJP Justice Qazi Faez Isa on a plea filed for enforcement of the Islamic presidential system in the country.
During the hearing, CJP Justice Qazi Faez Isa expressed the court’s shared interest in the Islamic system, concurrently underscoring that Pakistan operates under a parliamentary form of government.
In a noteworthy reminder, he emphasized the importance of understanding the constitution, pointing out that it commences with the name of Allah, and the Holy Quran is explicitly referenced within its provisions.
Referencing Article 227, which unequivocally states that no law can run contrary to the Quran and Sunnah, the CJP interrogated the petitioner’s underlying motive in advocating for a shift to a presidential system. He probed whether the intention was to concentrate all powers in the hands of an individual.
In response, the petitioner sought additional time to study the constitution. However, the CJP, in a firm stance, dismissed the plea, advising the petitioner to take the necessary time, thoroughly read the constitution, and, if inclined, file a fresh plea in the future.
The court’s unequivocal decision served as a reiteration of the existing parliamentary form of government in Pakistan, highlighting the constitutional principles firmly grounded in Islamic values. The exchange underscored the importance of a comprehensive understanding of the constitutional framework guiding the nation’s governance.
