| Case ID |
440021b1-89df-401e-87af-fb66b40b0da4 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petition No.606-L of 1995 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 16, 1997 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 16, 1997 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court accepted the compromise between the parties, which was in the interest of both and aimed to end a protracted litigation spanning four decades. The court directed that the property in question be transferred to the petitioners and the respondent according to the terms of the Compromise Deed, which was incorporated into the court's order. The case was transformed into an appeal and resolved based on the agreed compromise. |
| Summary |
In the landmark case of Civil Petition No.606-L of 1995, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed a long-standing dispute concerning a residential property in Arifwala. The case revolved around a compromise deed, which both parties signed, aiming to conclude four decades of litigation. The court's acceptance of the compromise not only highlighted the importance of amicable resolutions in legal disputes but also illustrated the court's role in facilitating justice through compromise. By transferring the property as per the agreement, the Supreme Court reinforced the significance of negotiated settlements in the judicial system. This case sets a precedent for future disputes, advocating for resolutions that favor the interests of all parties involved, thereby reducing the burden on the courts. It emphasizes the necessity of legal representation in navigating complex legal frameworks, particularly under the Civil Procedure Code and the Constitution of Pakistan. Keywords such as 'Supreme Court of Pakistan', 'legal compromise', 'property dispute resolution', and 'Civil Procedure Code' are essential for understanding the case's implications within the legal landscape. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ZIA MAHMOOD MIRZA, J.,
RAJA AFRASIAB KHAN, J.
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| Lawyers |
Iftikhar Ahmad Dar, Advocate Supreme Court,
Muhammad Aslam Ch., Advocate-on-Record for Petitioners,
Muhammad Younas Bhatti, Advocate Supreme Court,
Tanvir Ahmed, Advocate-on-Record for Respondents
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| Petitioners |
4 others,
MUHAMMAD SHAUKAT HAYAT
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| Respondents |
others,
Hakim MUHAMMAD ASHRAF
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| Citations |
1998 SLD 1257,
1998 SCMR 345
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Civil Procedure Code (V of 1908),
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
O.XXIII, R. 3,
Art. 185(3)
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