| Case ID |
41c795c4-c26c-439f-825a-bb3be8b6c476 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Intra Court Appeal No.1 of 2012 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 09, 2012 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 09, 2012 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan, in the Intra Court Appeal No.1 of 2012, addressed the deletion of certain questions of law raised by the appellant, Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, who was the Prime Minister at that time. The court ruled that the questions were improperly phrased and could create an impression of judicial influence. The appellant's counsel requested the deletion of these questions, which the court granted. The decision underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity of the judiciary and the moral standards expected from the constitutional head of the state. The appeal was adjourned for further arguments, highlighting the ongoing legal complexities surrounding the case. |
| Summary |
The case revolves around the Intra Court Appeal No.1 of 2012, where Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, the then Prime Minister of Pakistan, was involved in a contempt of court matter. The Supreme Court addressed questions of law that were deemed inappropriate and potentially damaging to the court's integrity. The appeal emphasized the expectations of moral conduct from high-ranking officials and the implications of their actions on judicial perceptions. The court's decision to delete the questions reflects a commitment to uphold judicial independence and avoid any appearance of impropriety. The case highlights critical aspects of constitutional law and the balance of power within the government, making it a significant legal precedent. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
AMIR HANI MUSLIM,
KHILJI ARIF HUSSAIN,
JAWWAD S. KHAWAJA,
MIAN SAQIB NISAR,
IFTIKHAR MUHAMMAD CHAUDHRY, C.J.,
TARIQ PARVEZ,
MIAN SHAKIRULLAH JAN,
ANWAR ZAHEER JAMALI
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| Lawyers |
Aitzaz Ahsan, Senior Advocate Supreme Court,
M.S. Khattak, Advocate-on-Record
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| Petitioners |
Syed YOUSAF RAZA GILLANI, PRIME MINISTER OF PAKISTAN
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| Respondents |
ASSISTANT REGISTRAR, SUPREME COURT OF PAKISTAN
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| Citations |
2012 SLD 1446,
2012 SCMR 519
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Contempt of Court Ordinance,
Constitution of Pakistan
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| Sections |
V of 2003,
Art. 204
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