| Case ID |
42fcd72d-8812-4bae-b7b6-07d75be130ca |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
W.P. No. 3905 of 1992 |
| Decision Date |
May 04, 1992 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Lahore High Court ruled that civil servants are subject to transfer as per exigencies of service and emphasized the importance of adhering to relevant laws and regulations. The court stressed that any administrative decisions made by the head of the department must comply with existing laws and policies. Furthermore, it highlighted the obligation of civil servants to avoid political interference in matters related to their service. The court also pointed out that aggrieved civil servants have the right to seek redress through appropriate channels if they believe their transfer was influenced by political pressure. |
| Summary |
In the case of W.P. No. 3905 of 1992, the Lahore High Court addressed critical issues regarding the transfer of civil servants and the legal obligations of government officials. The petitioner, Nisar Ahmad, challenged the legality of his transfer, asserting that it was influenced by political pressures. The court ruled in favor of upholding the rights of civil servants while also emphasizing the necessity for adherence to the Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975, and the Constitution of Pakistan. The ruling reiterated that civil servants must not engage in misconduct by exerting undue influence on government officials regarding their employment conditions. This case sets a significant precedent in ensuring that administrative decisions are made lawfully and that civil servants are protected from arbitrary transfers based on political affiliations. The decision serves as a reminder of the importance of following established laws and procedures within the civil service framework, ensuring accountability and good governance. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Lahore High Court,
Government of the Punjab
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| Judges |
IRSHAD HASAN KHAN, J
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Iqbal,
Farooq Bedar, Addl. A.-G.
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| Petitioners |
NISAR AHMAD
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| Respondents |
another,
GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB
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| Citations |
1992 SLD 1070,
1992 PLC 1020
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| Other Citations |
Allah Rakha v. Government of the Punjab 1980 PLC (C.S.) 397
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975,
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
R.2(d),
Art. 199
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