Constitution in Crisis: The Judiciary’s Role in Upholding the Constitution | Salman Akram Raja & PH

[@muhammadnehal7782]

Salman akram raja sahb how can you remember a lot of things. Political and constitutional history of pakistan, history of other nations a man with a strong intellect. Really inspirational personality. The way he speaks and uses pure urdu words is just brilliant.

[@ghulamawliya5316]

When professor asks questions, they give us expression beforehand that they are going to be quintessential; despite the fact that he knows the answers, however, he asks these questions for us -- audience. Respected Salman Akram Raja is one of the prominent lawyers and he has got huge respect in the eyes of many. We love all those level-headed individuals who are trying their best to enlighten us, so then we can have clues about the loopholes in our entire system we have been suffering from since the independence of Pakistan.

[@mudassarahmad3298]

When he speaks Urdu, you can hear words of urdu only. An eloquent speaker who does not mix english language in his talk even though he has command on english too.

[@drajayatri]

With love and respect from India. Today's discussion was superb.

[@mhk1411]

Sir Salman Akram Raja is a great legal and constitutional scholar. An educated upright man. A voice in favor of masses and constitution. Thanks dr Hoodbhoy for efforts.

[@sailyousuf]

People like Salman Akram Raja Sahib are in short supply in Pakistan . Raja Sahib is blessed with clarity of thoughts on fundamental issues and ability to make an intellectually deep statement in layman's terms . May Allah protect him and all of us from our so called protectors .

[@MuhammadUsman-nz8pv]

One session is too less for man of such courage and stature. Great stuff as always by Blackhole team. 👍👍

[@aminafarialazfar9067]

❤pa

[@vikaskhengare]

Thanks a lot Prof Pervez for bringing such a wonderful guest and having meaningful, fruitful discussion. Please bring such guests in the future too. Thanks once again.

[@K.Riaz59]

This is probably the best discussion so far on The Black Hole. I had no idea about the extraordinary intellect that Mr. Salman Raja possesses. I'm still in awe. Again, all credit goes to Hoodbhoy Sahib for introducing us to this amazing person.

[@imranejaz1947]

Very profound and prolific illustration of Constitutional history of Pakistan.

[@blazingsun8862]

Blackhole is the only platform in Pakistan that can shape the political discourse but millions of viewers are needed.

[@hamayoonshah1990]

Balckhole is shoeing holes in our establishment and ideology. Good job Dr Hoodbhoy

[@shakilaziz2]

Salman Akram Raja is really an asset. What a command on the subject and on hand knowledge. Delivery and voice is also enchanting. Allah bless you. Prays from Canada.

[@publicresponses]

Mind opening session, please extend my sincere gratitude to Mr. Salman ji.

[@tanweerqureshi220]

What a brilliant, inspiring and intellectual individual who can talk fluently about the history of Pakistan on facts ❤he has all the qualities of being Prime Minister of this country

[@YTaahmed45]

Great intellectual mind of Pakistan. May Allah SWT bless him with more wisdom, and successes in all his endeavors and realization of his dreams. Aameen.

[@dugyan]

A very stimulating talk, an intellectual treat, which showcased the stunning breadth of Salman Akram Raja's knowledge. In his person, he combines a stellar intellect with a fine-tuned moral compass--a combination that is quite rare, especially in Pakistan where there is no dearth of silver-tongued rogues or conversely dolts masquerading as intellectuals.

[@ranaumer88]

I always thought of salman akram as an expert of jurisprudence but i was amazed to hear his grip on history and islam. Bravo

[@NiazHJafri]

What a mind blowing & enriching session !!! Bravo The Black Hole !!! 👏👏👏

[@akhan1884]

Amazing talk! Mr. Salman is indeed an asset of Pakistan. He is right that our society and its values have rotten. He doesnt actually say it but thats what he implies. How to fix that is a mountain of a task and a Munir or Sharif or Khan or anyone else alone can not fix it. This will require some real sacrifices. Very enlightening.

[@uk4490]

Really admire Mr. Salman.

[@atcmaz1992]

بیرسٹر سلمان راجہ کی ایک انتہائی متاثر اور علمی گفتگو، سیاست اور قانون کو علیحدہ نہیں کیا جاسکتا اور ان دونوں موضوعات پرسلمان راجہ نے بہترین گرفت کا مظاہرہ کیا

[@farazali3470]

Really informative and comprehensive talk ❤ Happy to see Both intellectual and rational personalities, Salman Akram Raja & Dr Pervez Hoodbhoy ___ Red Salute Black Hole team, Outstanding efforts❤

[@blazingsun8862]

Salman Akram Raja should be invited more often. This man is a fountain of knowledge like Pervez hoodbhoy

[@calmcurrent1998]

THOUGHT PROVOCING GREAT DISCUSSION.

[@moghaln]

Absolutely brilliant! Two of the smartest minds at work here, and the caliber clearly shows. But I am disappointed that most of the focus was on the historic references, and on explaining the prevailing context, and not enough time was spent on the current state of affairs. The last question was spot on. The judiciary, in the last 16 months, has violated every moral, social as well as judicial construct. Or they have looked away while this violation has taken place in broad daylight. Individual rights have been tarnished. Institutions have been used for personal agenda and for political targeting. Here's the height of the mockery of what is happening as we speak. There's an active debate, "Practice and Procedure Act," where the legislature (a separate branch of the govt, mind you) is attempting to control the judiciary. Rather than throw out the reference, we have seven judges who seem to be inclined towards it. They don't see a problem when one of the three pillars of the government becomes the arbitrator-in-chief. Furthermore, how cases are picked, how they are processed, how judges conduct themselves, it is likely everyone is operating with absolute immunity. The entire appellate process is a sham. Here's a litmus test. Gather 100 of the finest legal minds in a room, and pose the questions that are before our judges. Watch them debate and come up with a decision. Let's allow precedence to provide guardrails. I seriously doubt that even one of them would take these decisions, or would condone such conduct. History is the ultimate judge, right? As you pointed out, Justice Nasim Shah came out and went public with what had transpired during those dark days. But can those tears and regrets rewind the clock? Can it undo the grave and irreparable damage that was caused? You mentioned several times when courts gave their tacit consent to the army "to do whatever they please, even if it means they rip apart the constitution." Just a few years later, we are openly condemning those decisions. Just like that, the story of these days would also be viewed in a few years' time, and I cannot imagine there being a faction that would attempt to justify these actions. It is absolutely shameful to see that is happening in Pakistan. My final point: this is like a runaway train, where people are fighting over who gets to control it. But nobody is thinking about the 240 million who are also riding this train, and are fast heading towards a cliff.

[@ayush1668]

1:08:00 that’s India for you! 💖💖

[@schemaist]

This is a masterclass, needs to be watched again and again Great questions, amazing presenter, superb speaker What a way to spend a couple of hours

[@AR-yk1kv]

Very good theme and discussion Thank you Dr PH and Dr Salman A Raja.

[@nadirnoor323]

What an insightful session! Really gained wealthy knowledge ❤️

[@youtubewatcherdesi]

The Black Hole is the perfect name for this forum. Despite the birth of great discussions and thought, nothing leaves it and benefits the actual society. It remains strictly in the academic realm.

[@tallalsharif9233]

Salman Akram Raja is full of knowledge and history

[@m.javedmubarik755]

Intelligent, brave and knowledgeable lawyer. A must watch podcast

[@earther-v2w]

Rajah sahib looks like shah rukh khan of legal fraternity, respect from Canada, India

[@atokimruk937]

Good session. The speaker is a rare true fighter !!

[@hulkhogan5605]

Salman Akram Raja , the erudite , consummate Jurist whose intimate knowledge of jurisprudence and articulate style informs all his arguments .

[@imjaveediqbal]

Watched whole episode uninterrupted 😊❤

[@miqbal3753]

waah....kya baat he......maza aa gaya....esi discussions bohat zyada honi chaiyein.....

[@maganpatel96]

I have been enjoying all the episodes.

[@osmanshakir4894]

One of the best episodes at the blackhole.

[@abrmuni569]

The day the generals of army (the active ones; without the gunmen in or outside the room) are brought to such discourse, Pakistani society will set its movement in a right direction.

[@bindaslog8557]

worth hearing .... after dr aishtayq discussion l dont want to stay on this platform to waste my time ...but today's discussion was to the point and interesting

[@asadalisheikh110]

Wish Mr. Salman Akram Raja win in elections and play a role in reforming judiciary. The major problem of judges is that they themselves drag the cases which could be decided in one hearing. It has been this attitude that people wrong each other because they know that aggrieved party won't get justice from the courts. The cases pile up because everybody takes refuge behind the delayed judgments of courts. And the way in last two years judiciary has gotten exposed it has taken away the respect and sanctity associated even with apex courts.

[@drajayatri]

Thanks.Learned a lot about Pakistan through Black Hole.

[@MuhammadFarooq-ox6uq]

These are not mere words; this is poetry in motion.

[@kumara9828]

Very informative program but little lengthy.🎉still we update the real fact of our history.great. you founded is boon to Pakistan ❤❤

[@arshadmuhammad3310]

سلمان اکرم راجہ جیسے لوگ پاکستان کی اصل کریم ہیں۔

[@PJ-yp3vb]

The shocking thing is that, in a military garrison calling itself a Nation, poor citizens are discussing "Constitution in Crisis".

[@shekar7367]

Its an irony indeed...citizens talking about so called constitution which is not worth the paper it's written on when the army rules Pakistan by default.

[@mubasharhussain167]

Great work

[@waheedtariq9641]

More of such people like Raja are required in PTI.

[@khalidmufti4463]

ہمارا بس چلے تو میں اپنے ان بزرگوں کے گریبانوں کو نوچوں جنہوں نے دو قومی نظریہ کی بنیاد پر پاکستان کی حمایت کی 😢

[@sharjeeljawaid]

Excellent analysis

[@hammadkhan-ip4rb]

One of the best discussion

[@nasirmahmoodlectures]

Great persons and great talk ❤❤

[@muhammadshaikh7689]

Best program.

[@MuhammadAli-pp8gq]

Keep up the good work 👍👍👍

[@sayitall944]

So very thankful TBH❤

[@haroonrashid7463]

Humanity based constitution :needed not one man /a group based.

[@amitabhamitra8960]

Pakistan's constitution needs ammendment by following that of other developed Islamic state on the basis of secularism.

[@shahnilahalibaig460]

Excellent

[@machindrasawant3969]

True brave man who can speak truth Baki gadhoko samaj aa jaye ki khud khada hona hai koi allah nahi ane wala khud khud ki madat karo

[@saeedr7863]

Great debate great personality.

[@tallalsharif9233]

Intellectual and factual discussion

[@wasiqkhan300]

Salman sahb is gem!💗

[@tqm790]

Great session...

[@mushtaqmirani4173]

Very informative session.

[@haroonrashid7463]

Appreciations

[@amitabhamitra8960]

Please take care of the microphone which was given to the audience. Its audio is defective.

[@haroonrashid7463]

درست :جناب سیلمان اکرم راجہ پاکستان میں قانون حکومت اور حالات پہ گہری نظر رکھتے ہیں اُن کے knowledges قابل فخر ہیں :a overseas Pakistani:

[@sultanaram8095]

Mr.shakil choudhary and dr hudbhoy Salman raja is great intelectuals of pakistan.more programs needed Black hole.

[@madhavpersonal5312]

Why people keep saying Pakistan got Freedom in 1947? Pakistan was born in 1947. A country that did not exist as of 1947, how it gets freedom and from whom? India as it existed as of 1947, got freedom from British. Then some muslims (remember some not all!) separated and formed a new country called Pakistan in the name of Islam. East Pakistan then formed as Bangladesh from Pakistan (that has east and west). Just as Bangladesh didn’t get freedom from Pakistan, so is Pakistan didn’t get freedom from British or India!

[@Sam-sb8kg]

Bilkul sahih kah rahay hain hudbha'i league tou thi hi jagirdaron ki aur nahru ki land reforms kay khof say tou voh league main aa'y thanks to nahru

[@nizamdeen3442]

His Urdu 😘

[@umairtalib1195]

Revolution of the mind book

[@fazalmanan1721]

ملکی مسائل پر بحث کرنے کا اچھا پلیٹ فارم ھے پرویز ھود بھائی اس آج کی جاہل قوم میں روشنی کا مینار ھیں اور سلمان راجہ جیسے اچھے سپیکر اس قوم کی نوجوان نسل کے ذھن کو بدلنے کا کام احسن رنگ میں ادا کر سکتے ھیں اس کاوش کو جاری رکھیں ❤ امید ہے ایک دن اس قوم کا شعور بیدار ھو گا انشاء اللہ

[@kamalkhawaja3198]

Brilliant❤ sir

[@patilprakashaii]

Request to hoodbhoy - can you please have a session on "srinivas ramanujan" Indian mathematician

[@kalaadami]

In the past, I used to think that Salman Akram was educated in the US and an enlightened individual, but seeing him take the oath on Quran for PTI made me realize that even educated people today are brain washed robots. Religion and politics don't mix. The term politics refers to compromises made for the betterment of the country. One alternative approach to addressing societal issues without religious influence is to focus more on secular values and principles, such as equality, justice, and respect for all individuals. This can be achieved through promoting inclusivity, education, and open-mindedness, as well as encouraging critical thinking and dialogue among individuals from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, implementing policies and programs that prioritize the well-being and interests of society as a whole can help address societal issues in a non-religious and unbiased manner.

[@sikandarjaved170]

This guy is genius ❤

[@indiapakistanfriends7453]

Pakistan was and is a state ruled by the Military .

[@haroonrashid7463]

جناب پروفیسر امیر پرویز ھد بھائی :how do we get the sprits of human/humanity in Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@ghulamawliya5316]

Second comment: We, Pakistanis and viewers from other countries, should not be transfixed to think that he was barred from being part of the Parliament through 8th February Elections, 2024. His opposition, campaigned against Salman Akram Raja in recently held elections, used to be PTI's part, but he then parted ways with PTI and joined undemocratic forces whose names can't be taken openly, otherwise you will be harassed and jailed. Salam Akram Raja, from PTI after joining it, was winning with great margin in the elections; but, results were stopped suddenly, and he made defeated. If you keep educated people out of the Parliament through illegal means then parliament gets no respect and value, and it's evident today that no one values this parliament due to the "SELECTED PEOPLE", not "the elected ones." Elected people's mandates were stollen, and this is tantamount to stealing people's mandates. Until and unless, we listen to people's will and fulfill their aspirations, there is no hope at the end of the tunnel. Resultantly, we will keep suffering in the coming years. Dear Pakistanis, be educated and fight against powerful and power greedy individuals who consider Pakistanis 'sheep'. This very fight should be on the basis of "Ideological State Apparatus" by writing about their obnoxious plans and cravings so then our whole world knows their atrocities against the people of Pakistan. Otherwise, we will be crushed by using "Oppressive Status Apparatus", because they have power and institutions.

[@karolbagh3793]

Not "road to disillusionment" but "A Journey to Disillusionment" by Sherbaz Khan Mazari

[@shekar7367]

I agree with one of the comments made here that " Pakistan is a garrison state and citizens are talking about constitution !!! ". In Pakistan the army controls everything and I wonder if they even have a constitution ???. When did they adopt a constitution ??. Whats the point of this discussion when there is no fully empowered civilian govt in place first ??. Kick the army out of politics and then talk about constitution. The PM appoints the army general and then the army general boots the PM out 😂😂😂.

[@Sam-sb8kg]

Hudbha'i sahab aaisay programs kaisay 'aam nojavanon tak pohanchja'ay jaeyn?

[@maqbolhasan]

Please ask Salman Raja sahb that what is his view about the "hegemonic preservation" of Punjab in the 1973 constution forever ?

[@humanbeing6960]

Mian Muhammad Iftikhar-ud-Din is considered as the only Muslim in the Constituent Assembly who opposed the Objective Resolution but Hamid Khan claims in his book "Political and Constitutional History of Pakistan" that he was not present in the Constituent Assembly at the time of voting on the said resolution. From where Raja Sahib extracted that he seconded the resolution?

[@yasmeenfaheem6454]

0:01 very interesting story, comparison, similarities and differences between two *ziddy* players.

[@jarnailsinghbhullar417]

Why ur constitution is not able to keep Pak Army in control..??

[@ramavtarboipai1184]

Are you know what is Pakistan?No construction, no humanity, no justice. Brother this is, khubsurat logon ka (dekne men)badsurat desh.

[@alibaig4994]

Very literary person

[@avtarwasson4875]

Why was Urdu promoted at the expense of all local languages of the newly formed Pakistan.

[@abdulmateen2085]

Please have another episode with him

[@haroonrashid7463]

جناب سیلمان اکرم راجہ صاحب :ہمیں بات کرنی ہے اچھائی کے لئے ضرور بات کریں اور احتجاج بھی کریں :انصاف اور قانون کا راج ہی بہتر سماج دے سکتا ہے

[@qaiseraqaisar8333]

Main concern is implementation of constitution and law but till now it is just exploitative to get hold on the others. That is why Pakistan is in a serious state of crisis. Everything was managed either history or constitution.

[@Sam-sb8kg]

Bha'i sahab vahan pahlay hi literacy rate aap kay han say achcha tha ma'ishat bhi aap say achchi thi, aur sab say baRah kar sincerity apni zameen kay sath jis ka pahlay din say aap kay han fuqdan tha

[@meerumer6292]

what A shame! such an intellectual who really deserves to be an upright statesman was prevented from parliament in the general election 2024 by bloody shadowy people.

[@asifaali7180]

❤

[@bengaluruhuduga5890]

Secularism in the Indian constitution was introduced only during emergency in 1976. It was not a basic structure on Indian constitution

[@ProfAbbas-sx2tn]

Mohtaram raja sahib! Don't speak the truth. We are immersed with the mud of lies and hypocrisy.

[@rj6404]

That religion & that nation will be blotted out of the face of the earth , that pins it faith on injustice untruth or violence .