Case ID |
46b42fdd-3b74-4294-8664-dab7e79405e4 |
Body |
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Case Number |
Civil Petition for Special Leave to Appeal No. 321 |
Decision Date |
Jan 22, 1973 |
Hearing Date |
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Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the petitioner's appeal, affirming the Lahore High Court's ruling that the petitioner was not a pauper and that the High Court had provided sufficient reasoning for its conclusion. The court also upheld that no writ could be granted against the High Court regarding administrative orders. The petitioner had challenged an earlier decision regarding leave without pay, stating that the refusal of leave was unjust. However, the court found no merit in the petition, concluding that the High Court's decision was justified and did not warrant interference. |
Summary |
This case revolves around the constitutional provisions related to appeals and writs against administrative decisions made by the High Court. The petitioner challenged the dismissal of his leave application, claiming pauper status, which was rejected by the Lahore High Court. The Supreme Court upheld the lower court's decision, emphasizing the importance of cogent reasoning in judicial conclusions. The case highlights the limitations of writ petitions against High Courts and the criteria for determining pauper status in legal proceedings. Noteworthy keywords include 'Supreme Court', 'Constitution of Pakistan', 'writ petition', 'pauper status', and 'judicial reasoning'. These terms are crucial for understanding the legal framework and implications of the ruling. |
Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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Entities Involved |
Not available
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Judges |
WAHEEDUDDIN AHMAD,
SALAHUDDIN AHMED,
M. GHULAM NABI
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Lawyers |
Not available
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Petitioners |
Petitioner in person
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Respondents |
Nemo for Respondents
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Citations |
1973 SLD 65,
1973 SCMR 153
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Other Citations |
Not available
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Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1972)
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Sections |
186,
201
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