Abstract
This research article examines the status of judicial review on existing environmental legislation in Pakistan. The article discusses the relevance of judicial review in ensuring the effectiveness of environmental laws and regulations. The research questions explore the extent to which the courts in Pakistan have used their power of judicial review to enforce environmental protection laws. The research objectives are to identify the challenges faced by the courts in exercising judicial review and to suggest recommendations for improving the effectiveness of environmental law enforcement in Pakistan. The research methodology used is a mix of literature review and case studies. The findings reveal that the courts in Pakistan have been reluctant to exercise their power of judicial review, resulting in the lack of enforcement of environmental laws. The literature review suggests that this reluctance is due to various factors, including political interference, lack of awareness, and insufficient resources. The article concludes by recommending the strengthening of the institutional framework for environmental law enforcement, increasing public awareness, and providing adequate resources to the courts to enable them to effectively exercise their power of judicial review.