The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has announced that it will implement the Supreme Court’s order on reserved seats for women and minorities in the upcoming elections. The Supreme Court had earlier ruled that the ECP must allocate reserved seats in accordance with the proportion of votes received by each political party in the general elections.
The ECP has stated that it will ensure compliance with the Supreme Court’s order and will allocate reserved seats accordingly. This move is seen as a significant step towards ensuring representation for women and minorities in the political process.
The reserved seats for women and minorities have been a contentious issue in Pakistan’s political landscape. Previously, political parties had been allocating these seats based on their own discretion, which often led to allegations of nepotism and favoritism. The Supreme Court’s order has brought clarity to the process and ensures that the allocation of reserved seats is fair and transparent.
The implementation of the Supreme Court’s order is expected to have a positive impact on the political representation of women and minorities in Pakistan. It is a step towards promoting diversity and inclusivity in the political process and ensuring that all segments of society have a voice in the country’s governance.
The ECP’s decision to implement the Supreme Court’s order demonstrates its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. It is a significant development in Pakistan’s democratic journey and is expected to have far-reaching consequences for the political empowerment of women and minorities.
