The foundation of any country and society hinges on a robust justice system. Justice serves as the cohesive force that binds together the various components of a country, a nation, and a society, providing them with strength, vitality, and a rationale for collaborative efforts.
When justice and fairness prevail, homes are secure, societal fabric remains intact, and the collective existence of the nation is sustained. Conversely, in the absence of justice, marked by abuse, injustice, behavioral disparities, and a decline in moral standards, even individual households face threats, posing grave risks to the country, the nation, and the society at large.
Currently, Pakistan finds itself grappling with crises stemming from a deficiency in justice. Caretaker Prime Minister Mr. Anwar ul Haq Kakar has emerged as a thoughtful and intellectual leader, sparking frequent discussions in educational institutions to glean insights from his wisdom. His principled and practical discourses draw serious attention, particularly his recent commentary on the country’s justice system.
This discussion not only reflects the failures of the justice system like a mirror but also underscores the pervasive disappointment among both the general public and the elite regarding its corruption, flaws, and weaknesses.
In any society, two crucial spheres of justice exist: the interpersonal relationships among the people of the state and the justice system shaped by the constitution. Unfortunately, justice, fairness, and principled interactions in Pakistan have significantly eroded. If the justice system fails to address the grievances of the common man and redress the petitioner’s plea for justice, the state administration falters, leading to systemic failure. This implies that not only is the country’s judiciary at fault, but the administration also exhibits tolerance and negligence in upholding the principles of justice, creating a pervasive lack of faith in both spheres.
The prevailing mistrust and grievances between the federation and its units, coupled with a growing gap of distrust between the people and state entities, reveal a disheartened populace dissatisfied with the state’s existence. The justice system, tasked with providing justice to citizens and overseeing the adherence to justice principles in state institutions, has lost its meaning for the majority due to negligence and poor performance.
For a restoration of faith, the constitutional justice system must fulfill its duties without external influence, fostering hope for citizens seeking resolution to their problems and alleviating nationwide grievances and feelings of deprivation.
To achieve this, the justice system must engage in self-accountability, address its shortcomings with the cooperation of the legislature, and focus on quick and cost-effective justice for citizens. Emphasizing the importance of justice, it is imperative to recognize that justice alone can shield the state from survival threats. Failure to deliver justice at various levels may lead to unrest, anxiety, and instability, jeopardizing the nation’s well-being.
