18TH Amendment and its Impacts on Erstwhile FATA
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.70540/Keywords:
18th Amendment, Erstwhile Fata, Constitutional Reforms, Legal Reforms, Governance in Fata, Judicial System, Security Challenges, Impact On Local Governance, PostMerger ChallengesAbstract
The impact on the erstwhile Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) remained one the most profound subjects of debate and controversy since 2010 when parliament passed the 18th Amendment to the 1973 Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. It was a groundbreaking legislation that focused on decentralizing power and empowering the provinces. I have always been fascinated by the legal and political dynamics of this region. My interest in this topic was further fueled by the struggles and resilience of the people of erstwhile FATA, who have been living a miserable life in the 21st century. This research paper is an attempt to explore the implications of the amendment on erstwhile FATA, with a specific focus on its legal and political implications, through a critical analysis of the amendment and its effects. Although this amendment was
a remarkable contribution toward federalism and democratization, the ongoing challenges and opportunities remain an ongoing debate. I hope that this research paper will be a valuable addition to the existing literature on the subject and will discourse a better understanding of the significant issues faced by the people of erstwhile FATA.
