| Case ID |
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| Body |
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| Case Number |
Constitutional Petition No. 552 of 1974 |
| Decision Date |
Aug 26, 1975 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The petition was dismissed by the Sindh High Court, which upheld the conviction of Saeed Khan, Vice-President of the United Carpet Workers' Union, for acts of intimidation and coercion against management, leading to his 18 months of rigorous imprisonment and a fine. The court found no merit in the claims made by the petitioner regarding jurisdiction and the grounds for appeal were not substantiated. The judgment emphasized the seriousness of the charges and the evidence presented, concluding that the conviction was valid under the relevant laws of the Industrial Relations Ordinance. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the conviction of Saeed Khan for his involvement in acts of intimidation against the management of United Carpets Limited, a situation arising from labor disputes. The Sindh High Court reviewed the evidence and upheld the conviction, emphasizing the importance of lawful conduct in industrial relations. The decision highlighted the implications of such actions on workplace dynamics and labor relations in Pakistan. The ruling also touched upon the procedural aspects of filing complaints under the Industrial Relations Ordinance, showcasing the legal framework governing industrial disputes. This case serves as a significant reference point for understanding the application of labor laws in Pakistan, particularly in matters of industrial disputes and the responsibilities of union representatives. Keywords: Industrial Relations, Labor Laws, Conviction, Sindh High Court, Pakistan, Workplace Intimidation, Legal Framework, Union Representation. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD HALEEM,
JAMALUDDIN H. AHMAD
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
Maqbool Khan
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| Respondents |
Another,
M. Munsif
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| Citations |
1977 SLD 1957,
1977 PLC 152
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance, (XXIII of 1969)
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| Sections |
53(1)
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