ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani said Friday that safeguarding democracy was the responsibility of the government and all other institutions, DawnNews reported.
Addressing a full court reference in honour of Justice Khilji Arif Hussain at the Supreme Court, he said even the courts had to play their role, especially the apex court.
Chief Justice Jillani said that state institutions in the country should play their respective roles to strengthen justice but avoid exceeding their limits.
He said the country was faced with terrorism, sectarian conflicts and the issue of basic rights.
The CJ said it was our duty to abide by the rule of law, ensure human dignity and uphold the values of tolerance and trust.
He said a country formed on a constitutional basis should ensure political, social and economic justice.
He moreover added that every state agency should strive to achieve the aforesaid goals, adding that no institution should exceed its assigned role.
He said that the country was passing through a difficult phase and the rule of law was an unending quest.
CJ Jillani also commended the role of Justice Khilji.