| Case ID |
3cbfb397-e86e-4a60-9da3-8379d9886d95 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Writ Petition No. 2506 of 2005 |
| Decision Date |
Jul 05, 2005 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Lahore High Court disposed of the writ petition filed by Naeem Ahmad Khan, the proprietor of Naz Theatre, against the Government of Punjab and other respondents. The court acknowledged the petitioner's lawful business operations under the Dramatic Performance Act, 1876, and noted the interference by respondents, which was unsupported by any formal complaints. The court directed the District Coordination Officer (DCO) Vehari to adhere to the notification dated 17.11.2003 issued by the Home Department, ensuring that the monitoring of dramatic performances is conducted within the bounds of the law. The court also emphasized the right of every citizen to conduct lawful business as guaranteed under Article 18 of the Constitution of Pakistan. The petitioner's request for non-interference in his business was acknowledged, with a directive to the respondents to act according to the established procedures, thus upholding the petitioner's rights and ensuring compliance with the law. |
| Summary |
In the case of Writ Petition No. 2506 of 2005, Naeem Ahmad Khan, the owner of Naz Theatre, sought relief from the Lahore High Court against the Government of Punjab and other respondents who were allegedly interfering with his lawful business of staging plays. The petitioner had applied for a license under the Dramatic Performance Act, 1876, and had previously obtained necessary approvals from the relevant authorities. However, local officials, at the behest of rivals, attempted to disrupt his operations. The court found that the petitioner was operating within legal boundaries and that the respondents lacked jurisdiction to interfere. The decision reinforced the constitutional right to conduct lawful business and mandated that the DCO follow proper procedures in monitoring performances. This case highlights the importance of legal compliance and the protection of business rights under Pakistani law, making it a significant reference for issues related to business operations and governmental oversight in the entertainment sector. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD NAWAZ BHATTI, J.
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Abdul Sattar Goraya, Advocate for Petitioner
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| Petitioners |
NAEEM AHMAD KHAN
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| Respondents |
7 others,
GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB through Secretary, Home Department, Civil Secretariat, Lahore
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| Citations |
2007 SLD 2904,
2007 PLJ 490
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Dramatic Performance Act, 1876,
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
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| Sections |
3,
10,
18,
19
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