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Justice Mansoor Shah on SC Orders, Minority Rights, and Unity

 

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah recently spoke at an event discussing the challenges of implementing court decisions. He made a valid point: Supreme Court orders should not be disobeyed. According to him, it is necessary to execute the judgments of the Supreme Court to protect and promote rule-of-law values. His statement was in light of concerns over how to enforce judicial directives and follow legal rulings for the sake of constitutional integrity.

Misconceptions About Acting Chief Justice Position

During his speech, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah cleared up one major misunderstanding about his title – he is not currently acting as Pakistan’s chief justice but serving as its highest-ranking judge overall since other senior judges are also working under him. ‘Acting’ does not describe what position I hold within this country’s judiciary system; it only denotes who holds that post while they are away or temporarily incapacitated,’ said Mr.Shah, adding more clarity into people’s minds who might have been confused with these two different positions held by judges which could lead them having wrong perception concerning authorities within courts while dealing with cases coming before them.

Support for Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa

Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa has received backing from another colleague -chiefly- Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, who said during his speech, “I would like to send my support and best wishes towards our learned friend CJ, with whom we have worked together all these years.” He also acknowledged the excellent health status of Qazi Faez Isa despite many challenges the judiciary faces, such as lack of funds. This, therefore, implies that, according to him, it is an obligation for every person working in this sector, regardless of their rank or level, whether it is chief justice or even just average lower court judge, always to support each other to achieve success within the shortest time possible.

Justice Shah’s  Obligations and Rights

that any act which ignores the decisions made by supreme courts is against the Constitution. He stated that people must follow such choices because they are not just recommendations but commands given under the law. Failure to do so disrespects the entire legal system, jeopardizing the existence of our independent state governed by laws enacted by duly elected representatives who act on behalf of all citizens equally before the courts.

Ensuring Minority Rights: A Constitutional and Moral Imperative

 The judge called on individuals in various sectors—including government institutions like the police, armed forces, and civil service, as well as those involved in bribery and fraudulent practices—to not only respect but also protect these individuals from any form of discrimination based on religion or belief system. He stated that violating these protections is against the law and warned that anyone found wanting would face severe consequences.

Historical and Religious Context

While delivering his speech on this occasion, Justice Shah acknowledged people from different backgrounds serving as judges in our courtrooms today. However, they may belong to marginalized sections of society due to their own unique historical experiences and contributions towards shaping the legal history of this nation-state we call home – Pakistan. ‘We have had many great minds sitting on benches across Pakistan throughout its past years,’ he said proudly, smilingly, looking around at diverse audience members seated before him with pride evident in eyesight, observing keenly appreciative listeners hanging down every syllable uttered during a conversation with them.’

The Role of Interfaith Harmony and National Unity

While discussing interfaith harmony, Justice Shah urged more excellent discussion by demanding that other religions respect each other. He asked why reciprocal courtesy does not exist when different religions are already tolerant of one another. His plea for conversation represents a broader vision of social integration.

 

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