2024 Rule of Law Index ranks Pakistan 140th (out of 142) with severe deficiencies in justice and trust in government.

The World Justice Project's 2024 Rule of Law Index ranks Pakistan as the third worst country for law and order, placing it 140th out of 142 nations. Key issues include severe deficiencies in civil and criminal justice, fundamental rights, and regulatory enforcement, contributing to a breakdown of trust in the government. Mali and Nigeria are ranked lower. The report underscores the urgent need for reforms in Pakistan's justice system and governance to restore public confidence.

October 26, 2024
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