| Case ID |
05cae2ce-efdb-4b40-8708-845cd185734e |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
181 / 176 of 1983 |
| Decision Date |
Sep 20, 1983 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The appeal of Muhammad Siddique against the dismissal from service was accepted by the Tribunal. The dismissal was found unjustified as it was based solely on a show-cause notice without a regular inquiry. The Tribunal ordered the reinstatement of the appellant with all back benefits, reflecting the importance of due process in disciplinary proceedings, especially in cases involving serious allegations like corruption. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the appeal made by Muhammad Siddique, a former constable, who was dismissed from service on charges of corruption without a proper inquiry. The Tribunal found that the dismissal was based on an inadequate process, relying solely on a show-cause notice. The case highlighted the necessity for a thorough investigation and due process in disciplinary actions against civil servants. Muhammad Siddique was accused of demanding bribes related to traffic violations, but the lack of a formal inquiry and subsequent acquittal in a competent court led to the Tribunal's decision to reinstate him. The ruling emphasized the significance of lawful procedures in maintaining the integrity of public service and protecting the rights of civil servants against arbitrary actions. Keywords: civil service, dismissal, corruption, due process, reinstatement, Punjab Service Tribunal, legal rights, public integrity, show-cause notice, inquiry. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUL HAMID CHAUDHRY
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| Lawyers |
Lal Khan Baluch,
A. G. Humayun
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD SIDDIQUE
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| Respondents |
SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE, FAISALABAD,
D. I. G. of Police Sargodha Range, Sargodha,
I. G of Police, Punjab, Lahore
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| Citations |
1984 SLD 1844,
1984 PLC 1354
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| Other Citations |
Aziz-ur-Rehman Khan v. D. L-G. Police, Lahore and others Appeal No. 729/763 of 1980
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975
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| Sections |
4 (b) (iv)
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