The amendment grants the Army Chief the title of Field Marshal for life. Unlike an honorary title, it carries real authority and influence over doctrine, operations, and inter-service decisions.
Example: Even after leaving active command, the Field Marshal can guide military deployments in Balochistan or Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and advise on counterinsurgency strategy with binding weight.
The Field Marshal receives lifelong legal protection, shielding him from all criminal cases and prosecutions.
Example: If a future government questions an old military operation or emergency decision, the Field Marshal cannot be tried or investigated.
The amendment strengthens military influence over internal security, law and order, and key administrative decisions.
Example: The movement of troops into a restive district can now be ordered without requiring civilian approval.
A new Military Appeals Body, headed by the Field Marshal, is empowered to revisit civilian court rulings.
Example: A corruption case involving a senior officer may be shifted to this military-led appeals court, potentially altering previous verdicts.
Judges can now be transferred across provinces even without their consent.
Example: A judge who delivers strict rulings against security agencies can be swiftly reassigned to another province.
The amendment expands the military’s role in national policy, including media regulation, provincial policing, and security-linked administration.
Example: Restrictions on protests or online campaigns can be justified under the pretext of national security.
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