Political Dimensions of Police Order 2002
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2020
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UMT.lahore
Abstract
This research focuses on the amendments included in the Police Order 2002,
and attempts to understand whether these changes were influenced by politicians, or
were they geared towards public welfare. This research explores the political
dimensions of police department and police reforms and the relationship between
politicians and the police force through a critical analysis of political use of police. The
objectives of this research state that our police are accountable for their actions, as well
as being committed to uphold the democratic values of the country whilst abiding by
the constitution. Therefore, the department of the police is duty bound to be professional
and answerable to the citizens of Pakistan. The police order 2002 aims to turn the police
force into a responsible body which could efficiently control the criminal activities in
Pakistan. Several institutions were established for public oversight and for the use of
the police to achieve these objectives. Another objective of the research is to evaluate
whether the police is independent in Pakistan or there is any intervention on the part of
politicians in the workings of the police. We also aim to understand the causes behind
the amendment in the Police Order of 2002.