A simplified explanation of the 26th Constitutional Amendment to help everyone understand the changes it has introduced to Pakistan’s constitution.
Clean Environment (Article 9A): Adds the right to a clean and healthy environment for all citizens. Elimination of Riba (Article 38): Sets a deadline to completely eliminate interest (riba) by January 1, 2028. Presidential Advice (Article 48): Prohibits courts from inquiring about advice given to the President by the Prime Minister or Cabinet. Budget for Elections (Article 81): Adds a provision to allocate funds for organizing elections at all levels. Role of Advisors (Article 111): Recognizes advisors appointed under Article 130 as part of the constitutional framework. Judicial Appointments & Evaluations (Article 175A): Changes the composition and procedure for appointing judges, including performance evaluation for High Court judges. Chief Justice Selection (Article 175A): Introduces a parliamentary committee for nominating the Chief Justice of Pakistan from the three most senior judges. Supreme Court Judges (Article 177): Updates qualifications for being........