| Case ID |
42059a00-7611-4144-ac7a-c99dcd105817 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petition for Leave to Appeal No.22-L of 1999 |
| Decision Date |
May 09, 2002 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition of Altaf Hussain Shah, a former Constable in the Police Department, who challenged his dismissal on the grounds of misconduct related to running a gambling den. The Court found that the proper procedures outlined in the Punjab Police (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975 had been followed during the inquiry. The petitioner was given multiple opportunities to defend himself, both during the initial proceedings and the appeal. The Court emphasized that the rules of natural justice were adhered to, and no substantial question of law was established that warranted further examination. Thus, the dismissal of the petition was upheld. |
| Summary |
In the landmark case of Altaf Hussain Shah versus Punjab Service Tribunal, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed serious allegations of misconduct against a police constable who was dismissed for running a gambling operation. The Court rigorously evaluated the adherence to the Punjab Police (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975, and the constitutional provisions that govern disciplinary actions within public service. This case highlights the balance between maintaining discipline in the police force and ensuring the legal rights of civil servants. Key aspects of the ruling included the affirmation of the inquiry procedures, the importance of providing an adequate defense, and the rejection of claims that the petitioner was denied a fair hearing. The decision is significant for its implications on public service law and the enforcement of disciplinary measures in government institutions. Keywords for SEO optimization include 'Supreme Court of Pakistan', 'disciplinary action', 'natural justice', 'public service law', and 'Punjab Police Rules'. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
RANA BHAGWANDAS,
FAQIR MUHAMMAD KHOKHAR
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| Lawyers |
Sheikh Salahud Din,
A.H. Maqsood
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| Petitioners |
ALTAF HUSSAIN SHAH
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| Respondents |
PUNJAB SERVICE TRIBUNAL, LAHORE
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| Citations |
2003 SLD 578,
2003 SCMR 1172
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Police (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975,
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
4,
5,
6,
Art. 212(3)
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