ISLAMABAD: The Chief Justice of Pakistan Mr. Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry performed the soft opening of the Supreme Court Museum.
The opening was done on the second day of the National Judicial Conference at Islamabad in a simple but dignified ceremony.
It was attended by the Hon’ble Judges of Supreme Court, Chief Justice of Federal Shariat Court, Chief Justices and Judges of all the High Courts of Pakistan, senior and renowned lawyers and delegates of India. Talking to the participants, his lordship informed that the Mr.Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani floated the idea of setting up of a Museum and now Mr.Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani along with Mr. Justice Nasir-ul-Mulk are overseeing the execution of the project.
Justice Nasir-ul-Mulk also briefed the participants about the concept of the Museum.
Supreme Court of Pakistan has decided to establish an archival Museum to preserve and project the judicial history of the country and the evolution of the apex Court. This Museum will enhance greater public understanding and appreciation of the legal and judicial institution of the Country. It will collect the rich history of Pakistan Judiciary and Law, share it with a diverse audience through a variety of programs, and preserve it for future generations.
As a beginning, Museum houses a car which was in the use of Justice A. R. Cornelius, former Chief Justice of Pakistan donated by Mr. Justice Jawwad S. Khawaja; personal belongings of former Chief Justice Yaqoob Ali donated by his son Mr. Justice Yawar Ali, Judge Lahore High Court and religious books on Christianity donated by Pakistan Bible Society, Lahore.
The legal fraternity and larger public has also been requested to extend their full cooperation and whole hearted support by providing any personal belongings for display. The donors will be given due credit. Online
