Chief Justice Isa scrutinizes ECP's electoral processes

Supreme Court Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa recently presided over a hearing where the court discussed the Election Commission of Pakistan's handling of reserved seats and party affiliations post the 2018 general elections. CJP Isa emphasized that the court would only intervene if there were clear constitutional violations.

During the hearing, the court requested the ECP to provide detailed information on the allocation of reserved seats and the impact of independent MNAs joining political parties. Legal objections were raised, including the failure of PTI to conduct mandatory intra-party polls, leading to discussions on party ticket discrepancies and the timing of poll verdicts.

Issues surrounding candidate party affiliations, nomination paper acceptance, and the interpretation of party allocations were thoroughly examined. The court emphasized the importance of legal clarity and the ECP's autonomy in electoral processes.

Chief Justice Isa reiterated the court's stance on intervening only in case of proven constitutional violations. The hearing was adjourned for further review, highlighting the significance of transparency and adherence to constitutional principles in elections.

The Supreme Court's scrutiny of the ECP's actions underscores the importance of upholding constitutional standards in electoral processes. Clarity, transparency, and adherence to legal requirements are crucial for ensuring fair and democratic elections in Pakistan.