Pakistan, being a federal state, has a well-defined legal system that draws upon multiple sources of law. In this article, we will explore the various sources of Pakistani laws that play a critical role in shaping the country’s legal framework. We will examine each source of law in detail, providing an overview of their significance […]
When it comes to legal matters in Pakistan, navigating the legal system can be a complex and challenging process. Whether you are dealing with a criminal case, a civil lawsuit, or a business-related matter, it is crucial to have a good understanding of the legal system and the available legal services in the country. In […]
In Pakistan, Muslim family laws allow for the recovery of dowry articles by a divorced wife. This is a positive step, as it helps to protect the rights of women and ensures that they are not taken advantage of in a marriage. The court said that family courts have jurisdiction to entertain a suit for […]
Under the Muslim Family Law, it is the duty of the husband to provide maintenance to his wife. If the husband fails to do so, the wife can file a suit for recovery of maintenance amount. Additionally, if there are more than one wife, the husband must maintain them equitably. The law is silent on […]
Recovery of Dower, Dowery Articles, Dissolution of Marriage on the Basis of Khula, Bridle Gifts, Maintenance for Wife and Children (Past, Present, and Future) Case Laws in Detail Citation Name: 2021 YLR 570 PESHAWAR-HIGH-COURT Bookmark this Case ZAHID AKHTAR VS Mst. SAIMA ZIA S. 5, Sched.—Suit for dissolution of marriage on the basis of Khula—Gift […]
Citation Name: 2021 MLD 542 QUETTA-HIGH-COURT-BALOCHISTAN ALI HASSAN VS Mst. SUMAIRA KHALID Ss.13 & 14—Constitution of Pakistan, Arts.23 & 24—Civil Procedure Code (V of 1908), S.2(2)—Contract Act (IX of 1872), S.42—Ejectment of tenant—Bona fide personal need of landlord—Earlier ejectment petition having been dismissed as withdrawn—Death of a party during pendency of proceedings—Effect—Word ‘party’ contained in […]
Citation Name: 2021 YLR 677 LAHORE-HIGH-COURT-LAHORE Bookmark this Case Syed ARIF HUSSAIN SHAH VS SAKINA BIBI Ss. 8 & 42—Civil Procedure Code (V of 1908), S. 115— Suit for possession of immovable property and declaration— Fraud and forgery—Bona fide purchasers from attorney—imposing of special costs—Plaintiffs/respondents claimed to be owners of suit property and sought recovery […]
PLJ 2021 Lahore 485 Conditions mentioned in Column No. 16 of Nikahnama–Claim of recovery of Rs.500,000/- by the respondent/plaintiff from the petitioner/defendant on the ground of second marriage–it was mentioned in the Clause 19–Allah Almighty in Holy Qur’an has delegated uncovenanted powers to the husband to pronounce Talaq to his wife in order to avoid […]