| Case ID |
192cb4d6-556c-4e12-961a-21b5a0f5bc98 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Complaint No. 664 of 1974 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 15, 1975 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The case involved a complaint under section 53 of the Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969, alleging that Muhammad Sarwar incited workers to commence an illegal strike. The evidence presented was found to be biased, and the conduct of the employer indicated fault on their part. After evaluating the testimonies, the court concluded that the complainant did not prove beyond reasonable doubt that the accused had incited the strikes. Consequently, Muhammad Sarwar was acquitted of the charges against him. |
| Summary |
The case centers around a complaint filed under the Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969, concerning allegations against Muhammad Sarwar for inciting illegal strikes among workers. The tribunal examined evidence from various witnesses, including labor inspectors and the factory proprietor. The testimony suggested a lack of incriminating evidence against Sarwar, with indications of bias in the prosecution's case. The tribunal noted the potential for personal enmity influencing the complaint, ultimately leading to the decision to acquit Sarwar. This case highlights the complexities in labor disputes and the importance of unbiased evidence in labor relations. |
| Court |
IIIrd Labour Appellate Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Saeed Ahmad
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| Lawyers |
Mian Abdul Lat
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| Petitioners |
Abdur Razzaque
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| Respondents |
Sardar Muhammad,
Muhammad Sarwar Gojar,
Abdul Bari,
Hashmat Ali
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| Citations |
1976 SLD 88 = 1976 PLC 883
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969
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| Sections |
53
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