ISLAMABAD: In an unexpected development, the federal government decided to review the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Bill, 2023, which curtailed the top judge’s powers to initiate suo motu proceedings and constitute benches on his own.
During a hearing of pleas against the SC Law, Attorney General of Pakistan Mansoor Usman Awan told Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial that certain provisions within the law exhibit overlapping aspects and the government to review Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Bill, 2023.
Overall, the petitions seek to protect the independence and functioning of the judiciary in Pakistan, arguing that any attempt to regulate or interfere with its powers and functions is a violation of the Constitution and the fundamental principles of justice.
