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The Role of the Law in Protecting the Rights of Unsound Mind Prisoners and Defendants in Pakistan

In his famous judgement Justice Manzoor Ahmed Malik cited that “if a condemned prisoner, due to mental illness is found to be unable to comprehend the rationale and reasons behind his/her punishment, then carrying out the death sentence will not meet the ends of justice”. But what if our justice system is so old and …

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The Role of the Law in Protecting the Rights of Unsound Mind Prisoners and Defendants in Pakistan

In his famous judgement Justice Manzoor Ahmed Malik cited that “if a condemned prisoner, due to mental illness, is found to be unable to comprehend the rationale and reasons behind his/her punishment, then carrying out the death sentence will not meet the ends of justice”. But what if our justice system is so old and …

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Elections and Constitutionalism: A Precarious Balance.

Pakistan’s political climate is at its lowest point, with a sharp polarization and a severe economic downturn, gross human rights violations, burgeoning prices, and a breakdown of state institutions. There is more to count, but it is essential to show that the necessities of people have no value at par with the struggles of political …

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