| Case ID |
2369f9fa-6dfa-436d-bfbe-157b1a757fb9 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
D-1171 of 2001 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 24, 2002 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Election Tribunal's decision to dismiss the Election Petition was overturned. The court ruled that the ballot papers without the signature of the Presiding Officer were invalid and thus could not be counted. This decision emphasized the mandatory nature of the signature requirement as per the Sindh Local Government Elections Rules, 2000, highlighting the need for transparency and integrity in the electoral process. The judgment affirmed that any deviation from the prescribed procedure would render the entire election process illegal. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the interpretation of the Sindh Local Government Elections Rules, particularly concerning the validity of ballot papers in local elections. The petitioners challenged the election results on the grounds that certain ballot papers were counted without the required signature of the Presiding Officer, which they argued was against the stipulated rules. The court analyzed the relevant provisions of the law, emphasizing the mandatory requirement for the signature to ensure the legitimacy of votes. This ruling underscored the importance of adhering to electoral procedures to prevent malpractice and uphold the integrity of the democratic process. The case also touches upon broader themes of administrative justice and statutory interpretation, making it a significant reference point for future electoral disputes. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
S. AHMED SARWANA,
SYED ZAWWAR HUSSAIN JAFERY
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Khowaja,
Mr. Phulpoto
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| Petitioners |
others,
HAFEEZULLAH
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| Respondents |
others,
ABDUL LATIF
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| Citations |
2002 SLD 2480,
2002 PLD 457
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| Other Citations |
Greenwick Processing v. ACAS (1978) 1, All ER 338,
PLD 1991 Lah. 400,
Province of East Pakistan v. Sharafatullah PLD 1970 SC 514,
1984 CLC 1294
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| Laws Involved |
Not available
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| Sections |
Not available
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