| Case ID |
38ef0b48-7e4f-4f06-aafb-ad304681f9ce |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
W.P. No. 708 of 2004 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 17, 2004 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 17, 2004 |
| Decision |
The writ petition was dismissed as the petitioner failed to provide the requisite information to the respondent commission under the relevant rules. The court found that the respondent had the authority to call for information under Section 21 of the Ordinance and that the rules framed under Section 24 were valid and necessary for enforcement. The petitioner was penalized for non-compliance, and despite arguments regarding improper notice, the court upheld the previous findings of the respondent authority. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the compliance of Kohat Cement Company Ltd. with the requirements set by the Monopoly Control Authority under the Monopoly & Restrictive Trade Practices Ordinance, 1970. The petitioner contended that they had not received proper notice of the proceedings against them, which led to penalties imposed for non-compliance. The Lahore High Court, however, upheld the authority's actions, stating that the commission had the right to demand information as per the Ordinance. The court emphasized the importance of compliance with regulatory requirements in maintaining fair trade practices. The decision highlights the legal obligations of corporations under trade regulations and the enforcement powers of regulatory bodies. The ruling reinforces the necessity for companies to adhere to information requests from authorities to avoid legal and financial repercussions. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench
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| Entities Involved |
Kohat Cement Company Ltd.,
Monopoly Control Authority Govt. of Pakistan
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| Judges |
maulvi anwarul HAQ, J.
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| Lawyers |
Mr. M. Saleem Sahgal
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| Petitioners |
KOHAT CEMENT COMPANY LTD. through its CHIEF EXECUTIVE
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| Respondents |
MONOPOLY CONTROL AUTHORITY GOVT. OF PAKISTAN, ISLAMABAD
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| Citations |
2004 SLD 3460,
2004 PLJ 1014
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Monopoly & Restrictive Trade Practices (Control and Prevention) Ordinance, 1970
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| Sections |
21,
25,
19(l)(a)
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