Legal Case Summary

Case Details
Case ID 20eadfaf-d622-4165-a5b8-0ab88ae0af4b
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Case Number Appeal No. 6/876 of 1977
Decision Date Sep 05, 1979
Hearing Date
Decision The case revolves around the disciplinary action taken against Mohammad Ayyaz, who was reverted from the position of A.S.I. The inquiry found the charges against him to be unproven, indicating that the reversion was influenced by higher authorities. As a result, the appellate authority restored him to his original rank, rendering the appeal infructuous. This highlights the importance of fair inquiry processes and the implications of undue influence in disciplinary matters.
Summary In this case, Muhammad Ayyaz, an Assistant Sub-Inspector, faced disciplinary action leading to his reversion to a lower rank. The inquiry conducted against him concluded that the charges of illegal gratification were unproven. Despite being reverted, the higher authorities influenced the decision-making process. Ultimately, the appellate authority reinstated Ayyaz in his original rank, demonstrating the necessity of upholding justice and due process in civil service disciplinary actions. Key themes include the integrity of inquiry processes, the impact of hierarchical influence in law enforcement, and the protection of civil service members' rights. This case underscores the relevance of legal frameworks like the Punjab Service Tribunals Act in ensuring accountability and fairness within public service. The ruling serves as a precedent for similar cases, emphasizing the need for transparency and adherence to legal standards in disciplinary proceedings.
Court Service Tribunal, Punjab
Entities Involved Not available
Judges M. Saleem Chaudhry (Chairman), Mazhar Munir (Member)
Lawyers Not available
Petitioners Muhammad Ayyaz
Respondents I.G. of Police, Punjab
Citations 1981 SLD 2069, 1981 PLC 151
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Punjab Service Tribunals Act
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