| Case ID |
2240d60d-3f6c-486e-9602-782c554ef5e8 |
| Body |
View case body. Login to View |
| Case Number |
ICA No. 18654 of 2023 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 20, 2023 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 20, 2023 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court dismissed the intra court appeal filed by Mst. Asma Abdul Waris against the decision of the State Bank of Pakistan regarding her reinstatement in service. The court upheld the findings of the Single Judge, which stated that the State Bank lacks jurisdiction to hear service matters of bank employees. The court emphasized that where jurisdiction is not vested by law, it cannot be conferred by any authority. The court concluded that the appeal was devoid of merit, affirming the legal principle that actions must be taken in accordance with the law and established procedures. |
| Summary |
In the case of Mst. ASMA ABDUL WARIS vs. STATE BANK OF PAKISTAN, the Lahore High Court addressed the jurisdiction of the State Bank in employment-related disputes. The appellant, Mst. Asma Abdul Waris, contested her dismissal from United Bank Limited, alleging discrimination as other similar appeals had been entertained by the State Bank. The court ruled that the State Bank does not have the authority to intervene in HR matters of banks, reinforcing the legal precedent that service matters fall outside its jurisdiction. The court underscored the importance of adhering to legal procedures, concluding that the appeal was without merit. This case highlights critical aspects of employment law and regulatory authority in the banking sector, making it significant for legal practitioners and banking professionals alike. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
|
| Entities Involved |
Not available
|
| Judges |
Ch. Muhammad Iqbal,
Muzamil Akhtar Shabir
|
| Lawyers |
Mr. Nadeem Ahmad Sheikh
|
| Petitioners |
Mst. ASMA ABDUL WARIS
|
| Respondents |
4 others,
STATE BANK OF PAKISTAN
|
| Citations |
2023 SLD 6983,
2023 PLJ 510
|
| Other Citations |
2015 PLC (CS) 468,
2010 CLD 338,
2022 SCMR 2044,
PLD 2008 Lahore 175,
2022 SCMR 2080,
2007 SCMR 1086
|
| Laws Involved |
Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962,
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973,
Law Reforms Ordinance, 1972
|
| Sections |
11,
199,
3
|