| Case ID |
2e0ccef0-02d7-4b8e-bab4-ec8443f2ddf1 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
C.P. No. 946 of 2022 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 13, 2023 |
| Hearing Date |
Nov 13, 2023 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition filed by the petitioners challenging the consent order issued by the Member, Board of Revenue, regarding the partition of land. The Court found the petition to be frivolous and vexatious, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the rule of law and the need for revenue authorities to comply with judicial orders. The petitioners' objections to the partition were deemed invalid, as their possession of the land did not justify obstructing the rightful claims of the respondents. The Court also imposed substantial costs on the petitioners for their actions, highlighting the need for accountability in legal proceedings. |
| Summary |
In the case of C.P. No. 946 of 2022, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed a dispute regarding the partition of land under the Punjab Land Revenue Act, 1967. The petitioners, led by Syed Ghazanfar Ali Shah, challenged a consent order issued by the Member, Board of Revenue, which allowed for the partitioning of certain lands. The petitioners argued against the partition, claiming it would adversely affect their rights as they were in possession of the land. However, the Court found this argument unpersuasive and dismissed the petition, labeling it as frivolous and vexatious. The ruling underscored the importance of compliance with judicial orders by revenue authorities and highlighted the detrimental impact of unnecessary litigation on the legal system. The Court imposed heavy costs on the petitioners, reinforcing the principle of accountability in legal disputes. This decision serves as a precedent in upholding the rule of law and ensuring that rightful claims are respected in land partition cases. The case reflects ongoing issues in land ownership disputes and the need for efficient resolution mechanisms in Pakistan's legal framework. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Qazi Faez Isa, C.J.,
Amin-ud-Din Khan,
Athar Minallah, JJ.
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Amjad Raza Bhatti,
Syed Zeeshan Haider
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| Petitioners |
Syed Ghazanfar Ali Shah
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| Respondents |
Hassan Bokhari
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| Citations |
2024 SLD 4654,
2024 PLJ 311
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Land Revenue Act, 1967
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| Sections |
135
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