During the hearing of a case related to the Competition Commission of Pakistan, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah made notable remarks about the introduction of constitutional benches under the 26th Amendment as he inquired if the case would now be heard by the newly formed constitutional bench or a regular one, noting, “It seems this question will arise every day”
Barrister Farogh Naseem observed that political cases have increasingly transformed into constitutional matters.
Justice Ayesha Malik also remarked, “Now you know about your constitutional bench.”
The court decided to postpone the hearing for three weeks to allow time for further clarity on how the new amendment would impact case proceedings. Justice Ayesha Malik emphasized that under the amendment, Article 199 cases cannot be heard by the court.
Climate Change Authority Case
In another case, Justice Mansoor engaged in an interesting conversation with the Additional Attorney General, inquiring if the Climate Change Authority’s chairman notification had been issued.
The Attorney General humorously replied that it had not, as he had been busy. Justice Mansoor responded with a light-hearted remark: “Now all the busyness will be over.”
The court adjourned the Climate Change Authority case for two weeks.
