Abstract:
The Pakistani Constitution, which establishes a framework for decision-making and ensures the preservation of citizens' rights and liberties, is the cornerstone of the nation's democracy. Justice Qazi Faez Isa of Pakistan's Supreme Court recently stressed the significance of protecting and strengthening the Constitution in a speech to the National Assembly Convention in order to secure Pakistan's advancement as a democratic, tolerant, and progressive country. This study examines Judge Isa's speech and focuses on the most important points regarding how the Constitution affects Pakistan's identity. This article explores how the Constitution functions as a living, breathing entity that improves Pakistani society by drawing on the ideas of democracy, tolerance, and progress. The Constitution serves as a symbol of unity and adherence to the rule of law, giving citizens and the government a shared objective, which is another important aspect of the article. The article concludes by discussing the ramifications of Justice Isa's statement regarding Pakistan's ongoing institutional disputes and the necessity for all parties to collaborate in order to improve the Constitution and protect its core values.
Keywords: Qazi Faiz Isa, the importance of the constitution, National Assembly, NA session, Fundamental Principles, Tolerance, Pakistan
Introduction:
Pakistan's identity as a democratic, tolerant, and progressive society is significantly shaped by its constitution. In a recent speech to the National Assembly Convention, Justice Qazi Faez Isa, a justice of Pakistan's Supreme Court, stressed the value of the Constitution. His address emphasizes the necessity of upholding the Constitution's tenets and fortifying its foundation in order to guarantee Pakistan's advancement. The purpose of this research study is to analyze Justice Isa's remarks and offer thoughts on the Constitution's importance in defining Pakistan's identity.
Background:
The Constitution of Pakistan was ratified in 1973 and has since undergone a number of revisions. The protection of citizens' rights and liberties is ensured by the Constitution, which offers a framework for decision-making. The Constitution also gives citizens and the government a shared objective and acts as a symbol of cooperation and adherence to the law.
Thesis Statement:
In this study, Justice Qazi Faez Isa's speech to the National Assembly Convention will be analyzed in order to shed light on the Constitution's importance in defining Pakistan as a democratic, tolerant, and progressive country.
Research Objective:
This research study seeks to shed light on the Constitution's influence on Pakistan's identity and the importance of ensuring that the nation continues to advance as a democratic, tolerant, and progressive society.
Research Question:
What role does the Constitution have in defining Pakistan as a democratic, tolerant, and forward-thinking society?
Theoretical Framework:
In order to shed light on how the Constitution affects Pakistan's identity, this research study draws on the ideas of democracy, tolerance, and progress. The Constitution is viewed as a living, breathing entity that improves Pakistani society, according to the theoretical framework.
Research Methodology:
This study examines Justice Isa's speech using a qualitative research methodology to offer insights into the Constitution's importance in defining Pakistan's identity. The process includes reading pertinent material on the function of the Constitution in forming national identities as well as analyzing the content of Judge Isa's speech.
Data:
"This book is our identity, Pakistan’s identity. The elected representatives of the time unanimously voted on it, there was no negative vote. There were four abstentions I think."
"Our job is to make decisions swiftly according to the law and the Constitution. Your job is to make laws which are beneficial for the people. And the job of the executive is to implement the laws and the policies made by the government of the time."
"Perhaps, tomorrow cases of these people will [be heard] and decisions will be taken against them and maybe they will talk against me so I just want to make it clear that I came [for the] golden jubilee of the Constitution. This is a celebration."
"And in the whole world, the whole world, the biggest country for Muslims came into being. But now I am ashamed to say that Pakistan no longer has this privilege, it is now with Indonesia."
"Not because my salary is guaranteed in it but because it talks about the people’s basic rights. The most important thing the Constitution talks about is people’s basic rights."
"The Constitution is the only thing that binds us all, and if we do not have it, we are not Pakistan."
"We must remain true to our Constitution, which guarantees our rights and freedoms, and we must ensure that these rights and freedoms are not trampled upon."
"Our Constitution provides us with a framework for a democratic, tolerant, and progressive society. We must uphold this framework and make sure that all Pakistanis can enjoy the benefits of our Constitution."
"The Constitution is not a mere document, it is a living and breathing entity that has the power to transform our society for the better."
"The Constitution is the cornerstone of our democracy, and it is our duty to protect and defend it at all times."
"The Constitution is a symbol of our unity and our commitment to the rule of law. Let us celebrate it and work to make it stronger."
Significance and Rationale:
The importance of this research study rests in its insights into how Pakistan's Constitution shapes its identity and ensures that it advances as a democratic, tolerant, and progressive society. The motivation for the study is based on the requirement to uphold the Constitution's ideals and reinforce its framework in order to guarantee Pakistan's advancement.
Delimitation(s):
The following are the limitations of this research article:
The speech by Judge Isa at the National Assembly Convention is the sole subject of the examination.
The focus of the examination is only on the Constitution's contribution to Pakistan's development as a democratic, tolerant, and forward-thinking society.
References (APA):
Dawn. (2023, April 10). Justice Qazi Faez Isa addresses NA convention, says SC stands with Constitution. Retrieved from https://www.dawn.com/news/1746928/justice-qazi-faez-isa-says-sc-judges-stand-with-constitution
Government of Pakistan. (1973). The Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Retrieved from https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1333523681_951.pdf
