| Case ID |
dfe04cfd-8d50-4376-a815-6b810a375623 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Appeal No. 1268 of 1995 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 10, 1998 |
| Hearing Date |
Jun 10, 1998 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal, affirming the decision of the Federal Service Tribunal which had directed the department to consider the promotion of the civil servant, Syed Muhammad Ikram Shah, on acting charge basis. The Court found no error in the Tribunal's reliance on previous cases and emphasized the principle of non-discriminatory treatment for civil servants. The Court reiterated that the department must comply with the Tribunal's decision and report back within a specified period, ensuring fair treatment in promotional matters. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the promotion of civil servants under the Civil Servants Act of 1973 and the Constitution of Pakistan. The Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed the appeal concerning the promotion of Syed Muhammad Ikram Shah, who was promoted on an acting charge basis. The case highlights the legal principles surrounding civil service promotions, the necessity of approval from the Finance Division, and the obligations of the department to apply consistent standards in promotion cases. The Court's ruling emphasizes the importance of fair treatment and non-discrimination, which are key components of civil service law. This case serves as a precedent for future cases regarding civil servant promotions and the necessary legal frameworks that govern them. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Government of Pakistan,
Secretary, Finance Division
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| Judges |
AJMAL MIAN, C.J.,
MUHAMMAD BASHIR,
JEHANGIRI,
CH. MUHAMMAD ARIF, J.
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| Lawyers |
Maulvi Anwar-ul-Haq, Deputy Attorney-General for Pakistan,
Ch. Akhtar Ali, Advocate-on-Record for Appellants,
Muhammad Akram Ch., Advocate Supreme Court,
Anwar H. Mir, Advocate-on-Record for Respondent
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| Petitioners |
Not available
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| Respondents |
Syed MUHAMMAD IKRAM SHAH
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| Citations |
2000 SLD 1089,
2000 SCMR 1878,
2000 SLD 1503
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| Other Citations |
1991 SCMR 1041,
PLD 1969 SC 407
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973,
Civil Servants Act (LXXI of 1973)
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| Sections |
212(3),
25,
17
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