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Case ID 2e02693a-7c6e-40a1-87c6-9501ca935dc2
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Case Number C.P. No.556-K of 2001
Decision Date Nov 30, 2001
Hearing Date
Decision The Supreme Court concluded that the petitioners had a legitimate expectation for appointment after qualifying the necessary tests and being recommended by the Selection Committee. However, the appointments were made based on a list approved by the Government, which was deemed improper. The High Court's ruling in favor of the petitioners was upheld, leading to the dismissal of the petition for leave to appeal.
Summary In the case of C.P. No.556-K of 2001, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed the issue of appointment against advertised posts in the civil service, specifically for the position of Sub-Inspector of Police. The petitioners had successfully passed the required qualifications, including written tests and interviews, and were recommended for appointments by the Selection Committee. However, they were deprived of their appointments due to external political pressures that favored other candidates. The Supreme Court reaffirmed the High Court's decision, which directed the authorities to issue appointment letters to the petitioners, emphasizing the need for adherence to proper procedures in civil service appointments. This case highlights the significance of transparency and accountability in government hiring processes, ensuring that qualified candidates are not unjustly overlooked due to political influence. Keywords such as 'civil service appointments,' 'Supreme Court of Pakistan,' 'legitimate expectation,' and 'government hiring transparency' are essential for SEO optimization.
Court Supreme Court of Pakistan
Entities Involved Not available
Judges SYED DEEDAR HUSSAIN SHAH, HAMID ALI MIRZA
Lawyers Suleman Habibullah, Akhlaq Ahmed Siddiqui
Petitioners ABDUL JABBAR, GOVERNMENT OF SINDH through Secretary, Home Department
Respondents ABDUL JABBAR, others
Citations 2004 SLD 982, 2004 SCMR 639
Other Citations Senior Superintendent of Police and others v. Makhdoom Ayaz Ahmed Siddiqui C.P. No.771-K of 2001 rel.
Laws Involved Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
Sections 185(3), 199