The Debate of Differences between International Law and the Civic or Constitutional Laws in Pakistan; A Way Forward

Abstract

Universally and locally, all the courts regard international laws. However, many scholars have traced differences in practices while following civil or constitutional laws in Pakistan. According to them, several constitutional rules create confusion regarding following either international law or local laws (inspired by religion or sect). Similarly, they also criticize the practices of courts for manipulating their verdicts for the sake of satisfying religious sentiments. Therefore, this study tries to investigate whether this allegation can be proved academically, or is there any connection between courts’ verdicts and religious culture. At the same time, this study also evaluates whether there can be differences between international law and civic laws in any state like Pakistan, or whether this practice causes the emergence of a theocratic state.