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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

REFLECTION 11:19 PM

انصاف کا ترازو جو ہاتھ میں اُٹھا لے ۔ ۔ ۔

اِنَّ اللّٰہَ یَاۡمُرُکُمۡ اَنۡ تُؤَدُّوا الۡاَمٰنٰتِ اِلٰۤی اَہۡلِہَا ۙ وَ اِذَا حَکَمۡتُمۡ بَیۡنَ النَّاسِ اَنۡ تَحۡکُمُوۡا بِالۡعَدۡل.

(Indeed Allah Commands you to return Trusts to their owners, and when You Judge between people; Judge with Fairness.) Alnisa-58

Any era, any society, any civilisation ... A corrupt judiciary, marked by egregious decisions, has always cast the dark shadow over the pillars of justice, fabric of society and the very existence of the State. When those entrusted with upholding the law succumb to pressure, coercion, corruption and political wheeling dealing, the consequences reverberate with a chilling resonance. Horrendous decisions emanating from a compromised judiciary erode the public trust in the legal system; the yield many-a-times has been dire and murderous.

... Because ...

The skewed dispensation of justice, driven by ulterior motives, undermines the principles of fairness, equality, and accountability، above all is the explicit violation of Allah's Commandments. Such a betrayal of the judicial mandate perpetuates injustice, corroding the foundational values upon which a just and civilised society could thrive ...

Invariably injustice leaves behind a trail of societal disquiet and a compromised pursuit of truth and justice.

وہ دو جہاں کا مالک

سب حال جانتا ہے

نیکی اور بدی کے

احوال جانتا ہے

دنیا کے فیصلوں سے

مایوس جانے والا

ایسا نہ ہو کہ اُس کے دربار میں پکارے

ایسا نہ ہو کہ اُس کے انصاف کا ترازو

اک بار پھر سے تولے

مجرم کے ظلم کو بھی

منصف کی بھول کوبھی

اور اپنا فیصلہ دے

وہ فیصلہ کہ جس سے

یہ روح کانپ اُٹھے

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Sunday, January 28, 2024

REFLECTION 2:34 PM

The Erosion of Trust: Institutions, People .. The Consequences

In any democratic society, the relationship between the People and their Institutions is built on a foundation of trust. It is this trust that sustains the delicate balance between governance and the governed, ensuring the smooth functioning of a State. However, when Pivotal Institutions lose the trust of the people, a corrosive process begins—one that may have far-reaching consequences for the Society and the State.

A fundamental tenet of democracy is the idea that Institutions, Governmental, Judicial, and Administrative, exist to serve the State and the Citizens. When these Institutions fall short of their intended purpose, the impact is profound. The erosion of trust begins subtly, with instances of perceived negligence, corruption, or a failure to uphold the principles upon which they were founded.

Repeated failure to meet the expectations of the people, sow the seeds of a palpable sense of disillusionment. Citizens, once hopeful and engaged, may find themselves harbouring sentiments of resentment, frustration, and, in extreme cases, outright hatred toward the very entities entrusted to serve and protect them. This is not a mere expression of dissatisfaction; it is a profound betrayal of the social contract, the implicit agreement between the State, State Servants and the Citizens.

The consequences of such a breakdown in trust are manifold. Social cohesion, a crucial element for the smooth functioning of any society, begins to unravel. Divisiveness takes hold, as Citizens question the legitimacy of Institutions and the fairness of the system. A sense of alienation sets in, with individuals feeling detached from the structures that were meant to represent and protect their interests.

In the political sphere, the consequences can be particularly dire. Distrust in Institutions can lead to a decline in civic participation, as people disengage from the democratic process, believing their voices hold little weight. This apathy can pave the way for populist movements, fueled by the vacuum left by institutional distrust. In extreme cases, the erosion of trust can even lead to civil unrest, as citizens, feeling betrayed and unheard, resort to more drastic means of expressing their discontent.

Addressing the erosion of trust in Premier Institutions requires a multifaceted approach. Transparency, Accountability, and a Commitment to the Principles of Justice and Fairness are essential to rebuilding the shattered foundations of trust. Institutions must actively work to regain the confidence of the people by demonstrating a genuine dedication to the Constitution, Rule of Law, Sincerity of Purpose and Common Good.

BOTTOMLINE - NURTURING AND SAFEGUARDING TRUST IN INSTITUTIONS (AT ALL COST) IS AN INVESTMENT IN THE STABILITY AND PROSPERITY OF THE STATE AND PEOPLE.

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

REFLECTION 10:20 PM

NAME WHO DID'NT FALL - HISTORY-BRUTE POWER DYNAMICS-CONSEQUENCES

Long Time Friends ...

A whole lot happening world over ... Brute Power vs Helpnessness ... Doors Closed ... Windows Shut ... Eyes Dazed ... Ears Erased ...

Just a Reflection what Past Says ....

Within the annals of history, the intricate dance of power dynamics unfolds with consequential gravity. One Man or An assembly of few robust individuals, intoxicated by the formidable might at their disposal, weaves a disquieting narrative marked by transgressions against established orders, legal standards, moral principles, and ethical values. Resistant to reason and impervious to sound counsel, systematically obliterating any rational discourse challenging the drowning dominance ...

Then, as the inexorable wheel of time turns, the reckoning arrives ...

These once-mighty entities, plummet precipitously, accompanied by the unfortunate collapse of the entire edifice they once wielded (Natural Phenomenon). This historical recurrence (innumerable times) through ages, destroyed all such ruthless dispensations and dispensers.

Alas ... Despite very vivid precedents and lessons thereof, humanity persistently retraces this cyclical pattern, raising the haunting question:

When will we humans, glean wisdom from the rise and fall of brute power dynamics across the time?

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