| Case ID |
260ad1e2-4ad8-4e22-9d6b-1056c0d2dc64 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Appeals Nos.75(K) and 137(K) of 1996 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 14, 1997 |
| Hearing Date |
Apr 07, 1997 |
| Decision |
The judgment addressed appeals concerning the promotion criteria for ministerial staff in the Customs Department. It clarified that length of service was not required for candidates to appear in the departmental examination, but was necessary for promotion consideration. The court emphasized that the relevant rules must be interpreted as per their letter and spirit, and incorrect interpretations in past cases cannot establish a precedent. The appeals were dismissed due to lack of merit and adherence to the correct interpretation of the applicable rules. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the interpretation of promotion rules within the Federal Service Tribunal, specifically focusing on the eligibility criteria for departmental examinations for ministerial staff. The court emphasized that rules governing promotions and examinations must be strictly interpreted, as incorrect interpretations in isolated cases cannot be generalized. The judgment highlighted the importance of adhering to the rules of 1980, which required specific lengths of service for promotions but did not impose such requirements for appearing in examinations. Ultimately, the appeals were dismissed, reinforcing the necessity for clarity and adherence to established rules in administrative practices. This case underscores the significance of regulatory compliance in civil service promotions, a topic of ongoing relevance in the legal landscape. |
| Court |
Federal Service Tribunal
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| Entities Involved |
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| Judges |
ABDUL RAZZAQ A. THAHIM,
MUHAMMAD RAZA KHAN
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Naseem,
Niaz Ahmad Khan,
Zulfiqar Ahmed,
Afzal Hussain Ansari
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| Petitioners |
,
NISAR AHMAD
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| Respondents |
MEMBER (ADMINISTRATION), CENTRAL BOARD OF REVENUE, ISLAMABAD,
69 others
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| Citations |
1999 SLD 1013,
1999 PLC 723
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Rules of 1977,
Rules of 1980
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| Sections |
Not available
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