ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court Judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah emphasized the importance of the judiciary being accountable to the system rather than individual figures.
Speaking at the Asma Jahangir Conference in Islamabad, he paid tribute to Asma Jahangir’s significant contributions to human rights and expressed his privilege in participating in the conference to discuss future endeavors.
Reflecting on Pakistan’s judicial history, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah acknowledged the need for institutional reform. He highlighted the staggering caseload faced by the courts, with 4,000 cases reported daily in the Supreme Court and 1,000 cases filed in lower courts. He compared the shortage of judges in Pakistan, with only 13 per million people, to the global average of 90 per million, citing the necessity for 90,000 judges in the country.
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah stressed the importance of judicial independence as enshrined in the constitution and affirmed the public’s right to criticize court decisions. He advocated for the complete eradication of corruption within the judiciary and advocated for the removal of judges who fail to deliver justice.
Emphasizing zero tolerance for corruption, he underscored the significance of an efficient case management system to ensure fair and timely hearings.
