Legal Case Summary

Case Details
Case ID 0894417b-553b-4a56-9145-2a116da7c22e
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Case Number Civil Petition No. 15 of 1995
Decision Date May 31, 1995
Hearing Date
Decision The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal, allowing the petitioner to challenge the dismissal of his Civil Revision by the Lahore High Court. The petitioner contended that the pre-emptor had admitted knowledge of the sale on the date of registration, violating the statutory requirements under the Punjab Pre-emption Act. The court noted that both Talabs were delayed, warranting consideration of the legal arguments presented. The decision highlighted the importance of adhering to procedural timelines in pre-emption cases.
Summary This case revolves around the application of the Punjab Pre-emption Act, 1991, specifically concerning the validity of a pre-emption suit filed by Muhammad Mushtaq against Muhammad Arif regarding a sale deed dated 15-09-1991. The Supreme Court of Pakistan deliberated on the procedural compliance required for a valid pre-emption claim, particularly focusing on the timelines for notice and the necessity for the pre-emptor to demonstrate awareness of the sale. The court's decision emphasizes the critical nature of statutory requirements in property law, especially in pre-emption disputes. This case serves as a precedent for similar future cases, highlighting the stringent adherence to legal protocols necessary to uphold one’s claim of pre-emption. The case also illustrates the implications of knowledge and intent in property transactions, making it a significant reference point in legal discussions surrounding pre-emption laws in Pakistan.
Court Supreme Court of Pakistan
Entities Involved Not available
Judges Manzoor Hussain Sial, Zia Mahmood Mina
Lawyers Gulzarin Kiyani, Ejaz Muhammad Khan
Petitioners Muhammad Arif
Respondents Muhammad Mushtaq
Citations 1998 SLD 889, 1998 SCMR 2350
Other Citations 1992 SCMR 1886
Laws Involved Punjab Pre-emption Act, Constitution of Pakistan
Sections 13, 185(3)