Attacks on Justice 2002: India
The independence of the judiciary continued generally to be respected in India, but the judicial system remained overburdened and financially dependent on the executive.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Belarus
The 1996 Constitution of Belarus, which was adopted by unconstitutional means, remains in force. The President has excessive power and continues to rule the country by presidential decree.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Malaysia
The Government of Malaysia continued its repression of political opponents and further restricted freedom of expression, assembly and association.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Guatemala
Human rights conditions for lawyers and members of the judiciary in Guatemala have deteriorated.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Mexico
Breaches in the constitutional structure for the separation of the judiciary from the executive, were among the problems of the judiciary during the period under review.
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