Constitutionalism and Judicial Independence in Emerging Democracies: A Case Study of Pakistan

Authors

  • Ahmed Khan
  • Sara Shah Associate Professor of Law, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan.
  • Ali Raza Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Democracy Studies, Islamabad, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66238/ijrss.v2i1.38

Keywords:

constitutionalism, judicial independence, emerging democracies, Pakistan, political interference, rule of law, human rights, judicial reforms

Abstract

This article explores the complex relationship between constitutionalism and judicial independence in emerging democracies, with a particular focus on Pakistan. Judicial independence is critical for upholding the rule of law, safeguarding human rights, and ensuring that the government operates within constitutional limits. This study examines the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Pakistan's judiciary, including political interference, executive dominance, and public perceptions of judicial integrity. It assesses the mechanisms in place to preserve judicial independence, such as judicial review, constitutional safeguards, and reforms in judicial appointments. Finally, the article proposes recommendations for strengthening the judiciary's role in ensuring constitutionalism in emerging democracies.

References

Ahmed, S., & Sohail, N. (2021). Sustainable global supply chain: A systematic literature review. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202108.0204.v1

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Published

2022-06-30

How to Cite

Ahmed Khan, Sara Shah, & Ali Raza. (2022). Constitutionalism and Judicial Independence in Emerging Democracies: A Case Study of Pakistan. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCES, 2(1), 35–41. https://doi.org/10.66238/ijrss.v2i1.38

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Vol. 2 No. 1 (2022)

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