Reconciling Military Justice: Assessing Pakistan's Compliance with International Norms

Abstract

This study critically examines the inherent flaws within Pakistan's military justice system and evaluates its alignment with the country's international obligations. The analysis encompasses a comprehensive review of the procedural and substantive aspects of military justice, highlighting discrepancies between national practices and established international standards. Through a meticulous examination of case studies and legislative frameworks, this research identifies areas where Pakistan's military justice system diverges from universally recognized norms and elucidates the implications of such discrepancies on human rights, due process, and the fulfillment of international commitments. By contextualizing these disparities within Pakistan's legal landscape, this article aims to stimulate discourse on reformative measures necessary to ensure congruence between the nation's military justice practices and its international obligations.