Rule of Law in Afghanistan - Not so Much

Rule of Law (commonly abbreviated to ROL by Afghan observers) is severely lacking in Afghanistan. In fact, the Taliban have a better reputation for dispensing justice than the Afghan government - the judgements of its mobile courts are harsh and quick - and sometimes fair.  The Afghan government will dispense justice - but it is seldom fair and usually takes place once a bribe is paid. The dismal state of the rule of law in Afghanistan is one factor that drives people to support the insurgents.  In effect, an ineffective and corrupt Afghan government found in Kabul - and also at the provincial and district level - is a big factor in the help the insurgents receive. Read more in an online news article entitled "Afghanistan's injustice system", AFPAK Channel, Foreign Policy, February 1, 2012.