The Supreme Court of Pakistan is hearing a group of petitions challenging a new law that would require the formation of benches on constitutional matters of public importance by a committee of three senior judges.
The law was passed by Parliament in April, but the Supreme Court issued a stay order preventing it from being implemented. The court is now considering whether the law is constitutional.
The petitioners argue that the law violates the Supreme Court's independence and undermines its ability to function effectively. They also argue that the law is unnecessary, as the court already has its own procedures for forming benches.
The government, on the other hand, argues that the law is necessary to ensure that benches are formed fairly and impartially. The government also argues that the law is in line with international best practices.
The Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling on the case in the coming weeks.
