| Case ID |
0b11f926-ea6b-4f44-b69e-7e91b24ac5ba |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petition No.328-L of 1997 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 09, 1998 |
| Hearing Date |
Jan 27, 1998 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal to examine the applicability of Rule 2.5(ii) 1(f) read with Rules 6 and 21 in Chapter 2 of the Calendar of the Board. The court found that the High Court's decision to afford the respondent a chance to take the supplementary examination was justified due to the late declaration of results, which was not the fault of the respondent. The petitioners were directed to follow the High Court's order and allow the respondent to take the examination without imposing a late fee, as mandated by the rules. The case emphasized the importance of adhering to procedural requirements while also considering the principles of fairness and justice in educational settings. |
| Summary |
In the case of Civil Petition No.328-L of 1997, decided by the Supreme Court of Pakistan, the court addressed a dispute between the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education and a student, Mst. Fazeelat Sultana. The petitioner contended that the High Court misinterpreted the rules governing examination eligibility. The respondent had her results withheld due to incomplete documentation. The court highlighted the necessity of timely communication and procedural compliance. This case serves as a crucial reference for understanding the balance between strict adherence to educational regulations and the equitable treatment of students. Key topics include examination rights, procedural fairness, and the responsibilities of educational authorities. The decision underscores the court's role in ensuring that students are given a fair opportunity to succeed, particularly when administrative delays hinder their progress. Educational institutions must navigate these legal frameworks carefully to uphold the rights of students while maintaining regulatory standards. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SH. LJAZ NISAR,
SH. RIAZ AHMAD
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| Lawyers |
Sh. Maqbool Ahmad, Advocate Supreme Court,
Tanvir Ahmad, Advocate-on-Record
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| Petitioners |
others,
THE CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF INTERMEDIATE AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
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| Respondents |
2 others,
Mst. FAZEELAT SULTANA
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| Citations |
1998 SLD 1436,
1998 SCMR 880
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973),
Calendar of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Lahore
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| Sections |
Art. 185 (3),
Chap. 2, Rr. 2.5(ii) 1(f),
Rr. 6 & 12
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