The Sindh High Court (SHC) has issued a notice to the federal government regarding a petition filed against the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA). The court has directed the government to submit a response within two weeks addressing the raised concerns. During the hearing, Chief Justice of the SHC, Justice Shafi Siddiqui, questioned the petitioner’s lawyer about the objections to the law, stating, "If someone spreads false news, shouldn’t they be punished? Not all decisions are made in courts; some are decided by relevant authorities.

You also have the right to appeal against the authorities' decisions." In response, the petitioner’s lawyer argued that matters concerning fundamental rights should be adjudicated by the courts. The bench observed that if the case pertains to fundamental rights, it should be heard by a constitutional bench. The court issued notices and expressed hope that the lawyers would present well-prepared arguments in the next hearing.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)