In light of the recent protests in Pakistan, I reflect on them as such: The winds of greed, both seen and unseen, Swept through the halls where ideals had been. The thirst for power, raw and vile, Turned the vision into guile. Lines were drawn by cunning hand, Dividing people, land from land. Political pawns, non-political schemes, Choking the heart of collective dreams. Yet they forgot what power should know: The state is the people, who reap and sow. It is not the crown, the army, the creed, But the common hands that plant the seed. Absurd it is, this illusion of might, Of forces thinking they own the right To shape a nation in their despise, Ignoring the people's weary cries. But the people rise; they always do, In justice’s name, for what is true. No throne, no chain can hold their will; A silent wave, steadfast and still. In Pakistan, the political turmoil can often be traced back to a fundamental issue: a disagreement over the very definition of what is the "state." This ambiguity shapes not only how we govern ourselves but also how we understand the very essence of our democracy. As we witness protests, political unrest, and claims of electoral fraud, it becomes evident that the root of Pakistan’s current political struggles lies in the disconnect between the will of the people and the actions of the powers that be. Constitutional Reforms In Pakistan's Judiciary At the heart of this issue is a constitutional debate: what exactly constitutes the “state” of Pakistan? Article 7 of the Constitution of Pakistan offers a clear definition. It states that: "......the State" means the Federal Government, '[ Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) , a Provincial Government, a Provincial Assembly, and such local or other authorities in Pakistan as are by law empowered to impose any tax or cess.” However, this definition is more than just legal jargon; it points to an essential truth about democratic governance: the “state” must be the product of the will of the people. Through this lens, the Pakistani constitution is clear—particularly when we examine Part VIII, which focuses on Elections. Pat VIII of the Constitution, reflects that elections to the National Assembly shall be held in a manner that reflects the will of the people. These provisions emphasise that the state, in a democracy, is not merely a collection of bureaucratic entities or institutional powers; it is the will of the people, expressed through free and fair elections. The "state" is not a monolithic entity but a dynamic, evolving expression of the people's collective will. Thus, the legitimacy of the state is directly tied to the democratic process, where the people elect their representatives. However, the problem arises when entities within the country — particularly the powerful “Establishment,” a term often used to refer to the military and its influence over national affairs — undermine the very principle of democratic elections. Recent events in Pakistan, notably the rigging of the 2018 elections and ongoing allegations surrounding electoral malpractice, have demonstrated a blatant violation of the public's right to choose their government. By interfering in the electoral process, the Establishment not only undermines the democratic will of the people but also violates the Constitution's explicit provisions. Pakistan’s Justice Revolution: A Constitutional Court When citizens take to the streets to demand free and fair elections, they are not just protesting electoral fraud; they are invoking their constitutional right to assemble and speak out against the violation of their democracy When the public’s right to franchise is violated, as it was in this year's elections, the entire foundation of the state is called into question. The actions of the Establishment, whether through rigging, manipulation, or coercion, erode the legitimacy of the state. This has sparked protests across the country, with citizens demanding the restoration of their democratic rights. These protests, however, are not just a response to political mismanagement—they are an expression of the people's rightful claim to shape their state. Pakistan’s Constitution safeguards these rights, particularly through Article 16, which guarantees the "freedom of assembly." In essence, this article protects the public’s right to gather peacefully and express dissent, especially when their fundamental rights —such as the right to vote — are violated. When citizens take to the streets to demand free and fair elections, they are not just protesting electoral fraud; they are invoking their constitutional right to assemble and speak out against the violation of their democracy. The true crisis in Pakistan is not merely one of political instability or economic mismanagement, but rather the failure to respect the foundational principles of the state as defined by its own Constitution. The state must reflect the will of the people, and the moment that democratic will is undermined, the legitimacy of the state itself is questioned. This is why protests in Pakistan are not only a political action but a direct appeal to the Constitution’s promise of justice, equality, and freedom. Until there is a consensus on what constitutes the "state" in Pakistan, and until the will of the people is respected through free and fair elections, we will continue to see a fractured society. The protests in Pakistan are a wake-up call for a nation that must return to its constitutional roots and restore the democratic principles that form the bedrock of its statehood. Only then can Pakistan truly call itself a democratic republic, governed by the people, for the people. Will The 26th Constitutional Amendment Ensure Justice For The People Of Pakistan?
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The PGA Tour is making the most sweeping changes to its eligibility in more than 40 years by eliminating 25 tour cards, along with shrinking the size of its fields. The all-exempt tour had been in place since 1983, meaning the top 125 players from the official money list — now the FedEx Cup standings — kept a full PGA Tour card the following season. That changes in 2026 after the PGA Tour policy board approved a new priority list on Monday. Only the top 100 players will earn full tour cards for the following year. The top 30 from the developmental Korn Ferry Tour used to advance to the PGA Tour. That number now goes to 20. Five players from qualifying school will get cards — it previously was the top five and ties. The tour also is doing away with 156-man fields except for two tournaments held on multiple courses. Most tournaments will have 120 players before Daylight Saving Time, then 132 players in spring and a maximum of 144 players in the summer months. Here's a look at what's behind the changes and what it means: The all-exempt tour led to a bloated membership in which nearly 200 players were on the membership rolls through one exemption or another, and those toward the bottom of the priority list could not get into all the tournaments they wanted to play. Those who graduated from the Korn Ferry Tour, for example, could only get in three or four tournaments over the first few months of the season, giving them a disadvantage. The PGA Tour believes that limited full status to the top 100 instead of the top 125 will give everyone who earns a card a fair chance at getting into regular tournaments. Priority to get into tournaments starts with winners of the majors and The Players Championship over the last five years; winners of the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Memorial and Genesis Invitational the last three years; tournament winners the last two years and career money leaders. Next are the top 125; players who have been given a medical extension; and then the 45 players who earned cards from the Korn Ferry Tour, European tour and Q-school. After that are those who finished from No. 126 to No. 150 in the FedEx Cup. All of them have PGA Tour cards. But there's not room for them in every tournament. The most common refrain in golf is to play better to get better status. Those who perennially finish in the top 100 should have no trouble keeping their cards, and they will have fewer players to beat because the fields will be smaller. It also helps newcomers from the Korn Ferry Tour, European tour and Q-school. They can expect to get into every regular tournament, increasing their odds of getting into some of the $20 million signature events. The PGA Tour, already the strongest circuit in golf, is likely to be even more competitive with a greater chance of the top names in contention. The tour also hopes — this is still to be determined — it will improve the pace of play and keep rounds from spilling over into the next day. Players like Peter Malnati and Taylor Pendrith come to mind. Under the new system, neither would have had a full PGA Tour card this year and likely would not have been in the fields for the tournaments they won — Malnati at the Valspar Championship and Pendrith at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Those wins make them exempt through 2026. Players who have not performed consistently well, who seem to struggle each year just to finish in the top 125, will have to be at their best to stay on tour. The PGA Tour also is reducing the four spots from Monday qualifiers at open tournaments. Now there will only two spots for the 132-man fields and none for fields of 120 players. One of golf's charms is how one week can change a career. Then again, there has been only one Monday qualifier to win in the last five years — Corey Conners in the 2019 Texas Open. The new eligibility starts in 2026, so that puts a huge emphasis on playing well this year knowing that only the top 100 will keep full status. The four majors are not run by the PGA Tour. The Masters has the smallest field, typically fewer than 100 players. The U.S. Open, British Open and PGA Championship have 156-man fields. The Players Championship, the premier event run by the PGA Tour, is reducing its field from 144 players to 120. AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf
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