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THE BANKING TRIBUNALS (VALIDATION OF ORDERS) ACT, 1994

THE BANKING TRIBUNALS (VALIDATION OF ORDERS) ACT, 1994

THE BANKING TRIBUNALS (VALIDATION OF ORDERS) ACT, 1994   The Banking Tribunals (Validation of Orders) Act of 1994 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that validates certain orders and decisions made by Banking Tribunals. This act serves to rectify any legal ambiguities or concerns regarding the validity of orders issued by the Banking Tribunals and ensures that these orders remain legally effective. Short title, extent and commencement. Validation. The Banking Tribunals (Validation of Orders) Act, 1994 ACT No. V OF 1994 An Act to validate certain order passed by the Banking Tribunals WHEREAS it is expedient to validate certain orders passed under the Banking Tribunals (Amendment) Act, 1992 (IV of 1992), for the purpose hereinafter appearing; It is hereby enacted as follows :__ Short title, extent and commencement.— (1) This Act may be called the Banking Tribunals (Validation of Orders) Act, 1994. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Validation. Notwithstanding any order or decision of any court, any order or judgement passed, decision or proceeding taken or recoveries made by the Banking Tribunal under the Banking Tribunals (Amendment) Act, 1992,(IV of 1992), or any appointment made or notification issued thereunder, at any time before the commencement of this Act, and purporting to be in exercise of the authority conferred on the Banking Tribunal under the said Act shall be deemed to have been validly made, passed or taken and shall have, and shall be deemed always to have had, affect accordingly.   Need more information Our panel of skilled Lawyers in Pakistan specializes in separation cases in Pakistan and offers personalized advice and robust legal solutions. AI Legal Site: For general information, visit 24Justice.com – Pakistan’s First Legal AI Site. Personalized Assistance: For more specific queries or legal representation, reach out to us: Call: 0092 308 5510031 WhatsApp: 0092 308 5510031 Contact Form: Prefer writing? Fill out our contact form below, and we’ll respond promptly [contact-form][contact-field label=”Name” type=”name” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Email” type=”email” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Website” type=”url” /][contact-field label=”Message” type=”textarea” /][/contact-form]

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THE BANKERS' BOOKS EVIDENCE ACT, 1891

THE BANKERS’ BOOKS EVIDENCE ACT, 1891

THE BANKERS’ BOOKS EVIDENCE ACT, 1891   The Bankers’ Books Evidence Act of 1891 is an important piece of legislation in Pakistan that deals with the admissibility of bank records as evidence in legal proceedings. This act outlines the procedures and conditions under which the books, registers, and documents maintained by banks can be used as evidence in courts. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial records in legal disputes SECTIONS: Title and extent. Definitions. Power to extend provisions of Act. Mode of proof of entries bankers’ books. Case in which officer of bank not compellable to produce books. Inspection of books by order of Court or Judge. Costs. Page 1 of 6 THE BANKERS’ BOOKS EVIDENCE ACT, 1891 1ACT No. XVIII OF 1891 [1st October, 1891] An Act to amend the Law of Evidence with respect to Bankers’ Books. WHEREAS it is expedient to amend the Law of Evidence with respect to Bankers’ Books; It is hereby enacted as follows:__ Title and extent.__ (1) This Act may be called the Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1891. 1For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gazette of India, 1891, Pt. v, P. 24: for report of the Select Committe, see ibid., p. 189, and for Proceedings in Council, see ibid., Pt. VI, pp. 15, 25, 117, 135 and 140. The Act has been declared to be in force in Baluchistan by the British Baluchistan Laws Regulation, 1913 (2 of 1913). It has also been extended to the Leased Areas of Baluchistan, see the Leased Areas (Laws) Order, 1950 (G. G.O. 3 of 1950); and applied in the Federated Areas of Baluchistan, see Gazette of India, 1937, Pt. I, p. 1499. The Act and the rules, notifications and orders made thereunder, have been applied to the whole of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas or to the parts of those Areas to which they do not already apply, by Regulation No.I of 1975, s. 2 and the Schedule. The Act and the rules, notifications and orders made thereunder, as in force in N.W.F.P. before the 15th July, 1975, have been applied to the Districts of Chitral, Dir and Swat and Malakand Protected Areas of the N.W.F.P. by Reg. No. III of 1975, s. 2 and Sch. Page 2 of 6 1 [(2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan]; 2* 2* * * * * * * Definitions. In this Act, unless there is something repugnant in the subject or context,__ 3 [(1) “company” means a company registered under any of the enactments relating to companies for the time being in force in any part of His Majesty’s dominions or incorporated by an Act of Parliament 4 [of the United Kingdom] or by an 5 [Pakistan] law or by Royal Charter or by Letters Patent:] (2) “bank” and “banker” mean __ (a) any company carrying on the business of bankers, (b) any partnership or individual to whose books the provisions of this Act shall have been extended as hereinafter provided, 6 [(c) any post office savings bank or money order office:] (3) “bankers’ books” include ledgers, day­books, cash­books, account­books and all other books used in the ordinary business of a bank: (4) “legal proceeding” means any proceeding or inquiry in which evidence is or may be given, and includes an arbitration: (5) “the Court” means the person or persons before whom a legal proceeding is held or taken: (6) “Judge” means a Judge of a High Court: (7) “trial” means any hearing before the Court at which evidence is taken: and (8) “certified copy” means a copy of any entry in the books of a bank together with a certificate written at the foot of such copy that it is a true copy of such entry, that such entry is contained in one of the ordinary books of the bank and was made in the usual and ordinary course of business, and that such book is still in the custody of the bank, such certificate being dated and subscribed by the principal accountant or manager of the bank with his name and official title. 1Subs. by the Central Laws (Statute Reform) Ordinance, 1960 (21 of 1960), s. 3 and 2nd Sch., (with effect fromthe 14th October, 1955), for the originalsub­section (2) as amended by A. O., 1949, Arts. 3 (2) and 4. 2The word “and” at the end of sub­section (2), and sub­section (3) rep. by the Repealing and Amending Act, 1914 (10 of 1914). 3Subs. by A. O., 1937, for previous definition which had been subs., for original definition by the Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1900 (12 of 1900). 4 lns. by A, O., 1961, Art. 2 and Sch., (with effect fromthe 23rd March, 1956). 5Subs. by A. O., 1949, Sch., for “India”. 6Cl. (c) was added by s. 2 of the Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1893 (1 of 1893). Page 3 of 6 Power to extend provisions of Act. The 1 [Provincial Government] may, from time to time, by notification in the official Gazette, extend the provisions of the Act to the books of any partnership or individual carrying on the business of bankers within the territories under its administration, and keeping a set of not less than three ordinary account books, namely, a cash­book, a day­book or journal, and a ledger, and may in like manner rescind any such notification. Mode of proof of entries bankers’ books. Subject to the provisions of this Act, a certified copy of any entry in a banker’s book shall in all legal proceedings be received as prima facie evidence of the existence of such entry, and shall be admitted as evidence of the matters, transactions and accounts therein recorded in every case where, and to the same extent as, the original entry itself is now by law admissible, but not further or otherwise. Case in which officer of bank not compellable to produce books. No officer of a bank shall in any legal proceeding to which the bank

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THE BANAZIR INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAM ACT, 2010

THE BENAZIR INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAM ACT, 2010

THE BENAZIR INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAM ACT, 2010   The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) Act of 2010 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that established the Benazir Income Support Program. Named after former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, the program aims to provide financial assistance and support to vulnerable and low-income households across the country. The BISP Act outlines the objectives, functions, and legal framework for the implementation of this social safety net program. SECTIONS: Short title, extent and commencement. Definitions. Establishment of the Programme. Objective and Purposes of the Programme. Governance of the programme. Powers and functions of the Board. Powers and functions of the Chairperson. Establishment of the Council. Powers and functions of the council. Powers and functions of Management. Eligible persons or families for financial assistance. Disbursement Procedure. Fund. Budget of the Programme. Maintenance of Accounts and internal control. Audit. Annual report. Employees of the Programme. Public servants. Indemnity. Redressal of grievance. Act not to prejudice other laws. Power to make regulations. Validity of proceedings. Removal of difficulties. Page 1 of 10 THE BENAZIR INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAMME ACT, 2010 ACT No. XVIII OF 2010 [18th August, 2010] An Act to provide for establishment of the Benazir Income Support Programme. WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for establishment of Benazir Income Support Programme and to regulate its affairs and matters connected therewith or incidental thereto; AND WHEREAS it is desirable to provide financial assistance and other social protection and safety net measures to economically distressed persons and families; AND WHEREAS under the Principles of Policy as given in the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the State is obliged to promote social and economic well­being of the people and to provide basic necessities of life; AND WHEREAS it is expedient to bring a positive change in the lives of poor and destitute by providing various opportunities to them such as education, special education, vocational training, skill development, workfare programs, livelihood programmes, health insurance, accident insurance and access to microfinance for improving their financial status; AND WHEREAS it is expedient to establish an autonomous social safety net authority to coordinate the design and implementation of targeted programmes for the poor; It is hereby enacted as follows:___ CHAPTER ­ I PRELIMINARY Short title, extent and commencement.___ (1) This Act may be called the Benazir Income Support Programme Act, 2010. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once and shall be deemed to have taken effect on and from the thirtieth day of April, 2009. Definitions.__n this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,___ (a) ” applicant” means a person who applies for the provision of financial assistance under the Programme; (b) “Board” means the Board of the Benazir Income Support Programme established under section 5; (c) “Chief Patron” means the Chief Patron of the Council; Page 2 of 10 (d) “Council” means the Council of the Programme constituted under section 8; (e) ” eligible person” means a person or a family, as the case may be, eligible for financial assistance under section 11; (f) ” employee” means a person in the employment and service of the Programme; (g) “Executive Patron” means the Executive Patron of the Council; (h) “Management ” means the Secretary, administrative and technical staff of the Programme; (i) “Member” means a member of the Board; (j) “Programme ” means the Benazir Income Support Programme established under section 3; (k) “regulations ” means the regulations made by the Board under this Act; and (1) “Secretary” means Secretary of the Programme. CHAPTER ­ II PROGRAMME, ESTABLISHMENT, OBJECTS AND PURPOSES Establishment of the Programme.___ (1) Upon the commencement of this Act, the Benazir Income Support Programme shall stand established for carrying out the purposes of this Act. (2) The Programme shall be a body corporate having perpetual succession and a common seal with powers, subject to the provisions of this Act, to acquire and hold property, movable and immovable, and to sue and be sued by its name. (3) The principal office of the Programme shall be at Islamabad and it may set up offices at such place or places in the country and outside the country: Provided that any set­up outside the country shall be made with the approval of the Council. Objective and purposes of the Programme.___The objective and purposes of the Programme shall be to ___ (a) enhance financial capacity of the poor people and their dependent family members; (b) formulate and implement comprehensive policies and targeted programmes for the uplift of underprivileged and vulnerable people; and (c) reduce poverty and promote equitable distribution of wealth especially for the low income groups. Page 3 of 10 CHAPTER ­ III GOVERNANCE OF THE PROGRAMME Governance of the Programme.___ (l) The Chief Patron on the advice of the Executive Patron shall constitute the Board of the Programme. (2) The Programme shall consist of the Chairperson, Members,Management and such structure as determined by the Board, and shall function in accordance with the regulations. (3) The Board shall, at any time, consist of not less than nine and not more than eleven Members including the Chairperson to be appointed by the Chief Patron on the advice of the Executive Patron. (4) The Members of the Board shall be appointed from amongst Government, non­governmental organizations and technical experts who have relevance to the purposes of the Programme having such qualifications and experience as may be determined by the Federal Government by notification in the official Gazette for a term of three years. The Members shall be appointed from Government and non­governmental organizations with equal representation. (5) There shall be a Secretary who shall be appointed by the Federal Government. The Secretary shall be ex officio Member and Secretary of the Board and shall also be the Principal Accounting Officer of the Programme. (6) The Chairperson and the Members shall serve in honorary capacity and shall be entitled to such facilities and privileges in the nature of compensatory

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THE BAHRIA UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE 2000

THE BAHRIA UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE 2000

THE BAHRIA UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE 2000   The Bahria University Ordinance of 2000 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that establishes and governs Bahria University, a multi-campus institution that offers higher education in various disciplines, including maritime studies, management sciences, and engineering. This ordinance outlines the university’s objectives, structure, functions, and administration, providing the legal framework for its operation and management Short title and commencement Definitions Establishment and incorporation of the University Purposes, powers and functions of the University University open to all classes, creeds etc Officers of the University Chancellor Pro-Chancellor Rector Registrar Director of Examinations and academic affairs Director Finance Director (Research and Development) Heads of Constituent Units Authorities Board of Governors Meetings of the Board etc Page 2 of 18 Executive Committee Academic Council Faculty Board of Studies Selection Board Governing Bodies for Constituent Units Finance and Planning Committee Academic and non-academic employees Statutes Regulations Rules University funds, audit and accounts Indemnity and bar of jurisdiction Retirement and reemployment Pension, insurance, gratuity, provident fund and benevolent fund Opportunity to show cause Appeal to, and review by, the Board Commencement of term of office of members of authorities Filling of casual vacancies in authorities Filling of vacancies in authorities in certain circumstances Disputes about membership of authorities etc Proceedings of authorities not invalidated by vacancies Interpretation Removal of difficulties Page 3 of 18 THE BAHRIA UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE 2000 ORDINANCE NO. V OF 2000 [7th February, 2000] An Ordinance to provide for the establishment of Bahria University at Islamabad WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the establishment of Bahria University at Islamabad and to provide for the matters connected therewith or incidental thereto; AND WHEREAS the National Assembly and the Senate stand suspended in pursuance of the Proclamation of Emergency of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and the Provisional Constitution Order No. 1 as amended; AND WHEREAS the President is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary to take immediate action; NOW, THEREFORE, in pursuance of Proclamation of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and Provisional Constitution Order No. l of 1999, as amended, as well as Order No.9 of 1999, and in exercise of all powers enabling him in that behalf, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is pleased to make and promulgate the following Ordinance:— Short title and commencement: ___(1) This Ordinance may be called the Bahria University Ordinance, 2000. (2) It shall come into force at once. Definitions: ___ In this Ordinance, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— (a) “Academic Council” means, the Academic Council of the University constituted under section 19; (b) “affiliated institution” means an educational institution authorised by the Board to conduct academic programmes approved by the University; (c) “authority” means any of the authorities of the University specified in section 15; (d) “Board” means the Board of Governors of. the University constituted under section 16; (e) “Chancellor” means the Chancellor of the University; (f) “Constituent Units” means the Bahria Institutes of Management and Computer Sciences at Islamabad and Karachi, the Pakistan Naval Academy, Manora, Karachi, the Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore, the institute of Professional Psychology, Karachi, the Bahria Colleges at Islamabad and Karachi the faculty Page 4 of 18 of Earth and Environmental Sciences and includes any other faculty or college instituted by the Board or any other unit established by, or on the authority of, the Board; (g) “Committee” means the Executive Committee of the University constituted under section 18; (h) “head” means the head of a college or institution under the University by whatever name or designation; (i) “institute” means a teaching unit of the University; (j) “prescribed” means prescribed by Regulations, Rules or Statutes; (k) “Pro-Chancellor” means the Pro-Chancellor appointed under section 8; (l) “Rector” means the Rector of the University appointed under section 9; (m) “Registrar” means the Registrar of the University; (n) “Regulations, Rules and Statutes” means Regulations, Rules and Statutes made or deemed to have been made under this Ordinance; and (o) “University” means the Bahria University established under this Ordinance. Establishment and incorporation of the University: ___(1) There shall be established a University to be called the Bahria University Islamabad consisting of— (i) the Chancellor, the Pro-Chancellor, the Rector, the Registrar, the Directors; (ii) the Governing bodies of the Constituent Units by whatever names called; (iii) members of such other councils, committees and advisory bodies as the Board may establish or authorize from time to time; (iv) the members of the faculties and students of the colleges and Constituent Units; and (v) such other officers and members of the staff as may be specified by the Board from time to time. (2) The University shall be a body corporate by the name of the Bahria University Islamabad having perpetual succession and a common seal, with power, among others, to acquire, hold and dispose of any property and shall by the said name sue and be sued. (3) The principal seat of the University shall be at Islamabad, and it may set up any number of colleges and institutes at such places in Pakistan as the Board may determine. Page 5 of 18 Purposes, powers and functions of the University: ___(1) The purposes of the University shall be the promotion and dissemination of knowledge and technology and to provide for instruction, training, research, demonstration and service in such branches of learning as the Board may deem fit. (2) The University shall be a fully autonomous body with freedom to govern its academic and administrative functions in order to achieve its objectives in general and in particular freedom to— (a) determine courses of study in management sciences, computer sciences, information and communication technology, professional psychology, naval sciences, war and strategic studies, earth and environmental sciences and such other disciplines as it may determine; (b) determine courses of study at the undergraduate level in its constituent units where applicable as well as in its affiliated institutions; (c) select and examine students; (d) award degrees, diplomas, certificates

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THE AUDITOR GENERAL’S (FUNCTIONS, POWERS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2001

THE AUDITOR GENERAL’S (FUNCTIONS, POWERS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2001

THE AUDITOR GENERAL’S (FUNCTIONS, POWERS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2001   The Auditor General’s (Functions, Powers, Terms, and Conditions of Service) Ordinance of 2001 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that outlines the roles, responsibilities, and powers of the Auditor General of Pakistan. The Auditor General serves as an independent constitutional office responsible for auditing the accounts and finances of government departments, agencies, and institutions. This ordinance defines the functions, authority, and terms of service for the Auditor General, ensuring transparency, accountability, and the proper utilization of public funds. __________ 1 Short title, extent and commencement. 2 Definitions. 3 Salary, pension etc. 4 Term of office. 5 Resignation. 6 Leave. 7 Auditor-General to certify accounts. 8 Provisions relating to Audit. 9 Audit of receipts and expenditure of holders of authorities substantially financed by loans and grants. 10 Auditor-General to give information and undertake studies, etc. 11 Functions of Auditor-General in the case of grants or loans given to other authorities or bodies. 12 Audit of receipts of Federation or of Provinces or of districts. 13 Audit on accounts of stores and stock. 14 Powers of Auditor-General in connection with audit of accounts. 15 Audit of companies and corporations established in the public sector. 16 Audit of accounts of certain authorities or bodies. Page 2 of 7 17 Power to dispense with detailed audit. 18 Delegation of powers. 19 Budgetary provisions. 20 Power to amend the Schedule. 21 Power to make rules. 22 Power to make regulations. 23 Repeal. The Schedule Page 3 of 7 THE AUDITOR GENERAL’S (FUNCTIONS, POWERS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2001 ORDINANCE No. XXIII OF 2001 [17th May, 2001] An Ordinance to determine the terms and conditions of service, the term of office and the powers and functions of the Auditor-General of Pakistan WHEREAS it is expedient to determine, the terms and conditions of service, the term of office and the powers and functions of the Auditor General of Pakistan and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto; AND WHEREAS the National Assembly and the Senate stand suspended in pursuance of the Proclamation of Emergency of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and the Provisional Constitution Order No. 1 of. 1999; AND WHEREAS the President is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary to take immediate action; NOW, THEREFORE, in pursuance of the Proclamation of Emergency of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and the Provisional Constitution Order No. 1 of 1999, read with the Provisional Constitution (Amendment) Order No.9 of 1999, and in exercise of all powers enabling him in that behalf, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is pleased to make and promulgate the following Ordinance:— Short title, extent and commencement. __(1) This Ordinance may be called the Auditor- General’s (Functions, Powers and Terms and Conditions of Service) Ordinance, 2001. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force on the first day of July, 2001. Definitions.__(1) In this Ordinance, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— (a) “accounts” in relation to commercial undertakings of a Government, includes trading, manufacturing and profit and loss accounts and balance sheets and other subsidiary accounts; (b) “Auditor-General” means the Auditor-General of Pakistan appointed under Article 168 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan; (c) “Controller General of Accounts” means the Controller General of Accounts appointed under the Controller General of Accounts (Appointment, Functions and Powers) Ordinance, 2001; (d) “regulations” means regulation made under this Ordinance; and Page 4 of 7 (e) “rules” means rules made under this Ordinance. Salary, pension etc.—The salary, pension and other terms and conditions of service of the Auditor General shall be as provided in the Schedule to this Ordinance. Term of office.—The Auditor-General shall, unless he sooner resigns or is removed from office in accordance with the Constitution, hold office for a fixed term of five years from the date on which he assumes such office or he attains the age of sixty-five years whichever is earlier. Explanation.— For the purpose of this section the term of five years in respect of the Auditor- General holding office immediately before the commencement of this Ordinance shall be computed from the date on which he had assumed office. Resignation.—The Auditor-General may, at any time, by writing under his hand addressed to the President resign his office. Leave.__(1) The Auditor-General may be granted leave on such terms and conditions as the President may, by order published in the official Gazette, prescribe. (2) The power to grant or refuse leave to the Auditor-General, and revoke or curtail leave granted to him, shall vest in the President. Auditor-General to certify accounts.—The Auditor-General shall, on the basis of such audit as he may consider appropriate and necessary, certify the accounts, compiled and prepared by Controller General of Accounts or any other person authorized in that behalf, for each financial year, showing under the respective heads the annual receipts and disbursements for the purpose of the Federation, of each Province and of each district, and shall submit the certified accounts with such notes, comments or recommendations as he may consider necessary to the President or the Governor of a Province or the designated District Authority, as the case may be. Provisions relating to Audit.—The Auditor-General shall__ (a) audit all expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of the Federation and of each Province and to ascertain whether the moneys shown in the accounts as having been disbursed were legally available for, and applicable to, the service or purpose to which they have been applied or charged and whether the expenditure conforms to the authority which governs it; (b) audit all transactions of the Federation and of the Provinces relating to Public Accounts; (c) audit all trading, manufacturing, profit and loss accounts and balance sheets and other subsidiary accounts kept by Order of the President or of the Governor of a Province in any Federal or Provincial Department; and (d) audit, subject to

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THE ASSOCIATED CEMENT (VESTING) ACT, 1974

THE ASSOCIATED CEMENT (VESTING) ACT, 1974   The Associated Cement (Vesting) Act of 1974 is a key piece of legislation in Pakistan that pertains to the nationalization and control of cement factories. This act was enacted to vest ownership and control of certain cement factories and undertakings in the government, aiming to regulate the production, distribution, and pricing of cement to ensure its equitable availability and affordability for various construction and infrastructure projects. Short title and commencement Definitions Vesting of Associated Cement in Corporation Continuance in service of employees, etc. Administration, etc., of the Associated Cement Provident Fund Investment by the Federal Government Indemnity Bar of jurisdiction Power to make rules Removal of difficulties [Repeal]   THE ASSOCIATED CEMENT (VESTING) ACT, 1974 1ACT No. VII OF 1975 [13th January, 1975] An Act to provide for the vesting of the Associated Cement in the State Cement Corporation of Pakistan Limited. WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the vesting of the Associated Cement in the State Cement Corporation of Pakistan Limited and for matters connected there with or incidental thereto; It is hereby enacted as follows: ___ Short title and commencement. ___(1) This Act may be called the Associated Cement (Vesting) Act, 1974. (2) It shall come into force at once. Definitions.— In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context, ___ (a) “Associated Cement” means the undertakings known as Associated Cement which immediately before the commencing day vested in the Federal Government, together with all lands, buildings, machinery, appliances, fixtures and funds appertaining thereto; (b) “commencing day” means the day on which this Act comes into force; and (c) “Corporation” means the State Cement Corporation of Pakistan Limited formed and registered under the Companies Act, 1913 (VII of 1913). Vesting of Associated Cement in Corporation.— As from the commencing day,— (a) the Associated Cement shall vest in the Corporation and all powers which immediately before that day were exerciseable by the Federal Government in relation to the Associated Cement shall be exerciseable by the Corporation ; (b) all rights, properties, assets, liabilities, debts and obligations of the Federal Government relating to the Associated Cement shall be the rights, properties, assets, liabilities, debts and obligations of the Corporation; (c) any contract made, or deemed to have been made, on behalf of the President for the purposes of the Associated Cement shall be deemed to have been made on behalf of the Corporation; (d) all suits and other legal proceedings in relation to the Associated Cement instituted, or deemed to have been instituted, by or against the Federal Government shall be deemed to be suits and proceedings instituted by or against the Corporation and may be proceeded with accordingly ; and 1For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gaz. of P., 1974, Ext., Pt.III, p.1357. 3 of 4 (e) all orders and instructions issued by the President or the Federal Government before the commencing day in relation to the Associated Cement shall, to the extent they are not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, be deemed to be orders and instructions issued by the Corporation. Continuance in service of employees, etc. ___ (1) Every officer and employee employed for the purposes of the Associated Cement shall, on the commencing day, become an officer or employee, as the case may be, of the Corporation and shall hold office therein on such terms and conditions, which are not less favourable than those to which he was entitled immediately before the commencing day, as the Corporation may determine: Provided that an officer or employee of the Corporation shall, unless his services are earlier terminated in accordance with the terms and conditions applicable to him, retire from service on the completion of the fifty-eighth year of his age. (2) Any officer or employee who becomes an officer or employee of the Corporation under sub-section (1) may be transferred— (a) by the Corporation, to any company or project set up by it, or (b) by the Federal Government, to any other corporation, company or industrial unit controlled by it, and shall hold office therein on terms and conditions which are not less favourable than those to which he was entitled immediately before such transfer. (3) Any officer or employee who becomes an officer or employee of the Corporation under sub-section (1), or is transferred under sub-section (2), shall not be entitled to any compensation or to the designation which he was holding immediately before the commencing day or, as the case may be, the date of such transfer, and no claim for such compensation or designation shall be entertained by any court, tribunal or other authority. (4) If any question arises as to whether any person was, immediately before the commencing day, an officer or employee employed for the purposes of the Associated Cement, the question shall be referred to the Federal Government whose decision shall be final. Administration, etc., of the Associated Cement. ___ (1) The Corporation shall, subject to the provisions of this Act, be competent to administer, control, operate, manage, reorganise or dispose of the Associated Cement in such manner as it deems fit. (2) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing provision, the Corporation may, with the approval of the Federal Government, transfer the management of the Associated Cement to one or more companies sponsored by the Corporation and registered under the Companies Act, 1913 (VII of 1913). Provident Fund.___ (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in the rules relating to the Provident Fund of the Staff of the Associated Cement and the Provident Fund of the Workers of Associated Cement, the accumulated balance standing to the credit of every officer or employee referred to in sub-section (1) of section 4 in either of those Funds immediately before the commencing day shall be paid to the Corporation. 4 of 4 (2) An officer or employee referred to in sub-section (1) of section 4 shall be deemed to have become as from the commencing day a

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THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK ORDINANCE, 1971

THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK ORDINANCE, 1971

THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK ORDINANCE, 1971   The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Ordinance of 1971 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that pertains to the country’s relationship with the Asian Development Bank. The ADB is a multilateral financial institution that provides development assistance and loans to its member countries in Asia and the Pacific region. This ordinance authorizes Pakistan’s participation in the ADB and outlines the legal framework for the country’s collaboration with the bank in various development projects and initiatives. SECTIONS: Short title, extent and commencement. Definitions. Financial provisions. State Bank to be depository of the Bank. Certain provisions of the agreement to have force of law. Power to make rules. THE SCHEDULE Page 1 of 7 1THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK ORDINANCE, 1971 ORDINANCE NO. IX of 1971 [16th April, 1971] An Ordinance to implement the international agreement for the establishment and operation of the Asian Development Bank and for matters connected therewith. WHEREAS  PAKISTAN  is  a  signatory  to  the  Agreement  establishing the  Asian  Development Bank and thereby became a member of the said Bank; AND WHEREAS it is expedient  to make provision for the  implementation of the  international agreement  for  the  establish ment  and  operation  of  the  aforesaid  Bank  and  for  carrying  out  the obligations of Pakistan as a member of the said Bank and for matters connected therewith; NOW, THEREFORE, in pursuance  of the  Proclamation  of the  25th  day  of March,  1969, read with the Provisional Constitution Order, and in exercise of all powers enabling him in that behalf, the President is pleased to make and promulgate the following Ordinance :— Short title, extent  and  commencement.—(1)  This  Ordinance  may  be  called  the  Asian Develop ment Bank Ordinance, 1971. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3)  It shall  come  into force  at  once  and shall be  deemed  to  have  taken  effect  from  the  19th December, 1966. Definitions. In this Ordinance, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— (a) “Agreement”  means  the  Agreement  for  the  estab lishment  and  operation  of  the international body known as the Asian Development Bank; (b) “Bank” means the Asian Development Bank estab lished under the Agreement. Financial provisions.—(1) There shall be paid  out  of  the  2 [Federal Consolidated Fund]  all such sums as may, from time to time, be required for the purpose of paying— (a) the subscriptions payable by the Federal Govern ment to the Bank under paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of Article 5 of the Agreement; and (b) any sums payable by the Federal Government to the Bank under paragraph 1 of Article 25 of the Agreement. (2) The Federal Government may, if it thinks fit so to do, create  and issue to the Bank, in such form as it thinks fit, any such non­interest Bearing and non­negotiable 1Validated by the Validation of Laws Act, 1975 (63 of 1975), s. 2 and Sch., 2Subs’ by the F.A.O., 1975 (P.O. No. 4 of 1975) Art. 2 and Table, for “Central Consolidated Fund”. Page 2 of 7 notes or other obliga tions as are provided for by paragraph 3 of Article 6 of the Agreement. (3) Any sums received by or on behalf of the Federal Government from the Bank shall be paid into the 1 [Federal Consolidated Fund.] State Bank to be depository of the Bank. The State Bank of Pakistan shall be the depository of the Pakistan currency holdings and other assets of the Bank located in Pakistan. Certain provisions of the agreement to have force of law.—(1) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in any other law, the provisions of the Agreement set out in the Schedule shall have the force of law in Pakistan: Provided that nothing in Article 56 of the Agreement shall be construed as— (a) entitling the Bank to import into Pakistan goods free of any duty of customs without any restriction on their subsequent sale therein, or (b) conferring on the Bank any exemption from duties or taxes which form part of the price of goods sold or which are in fact no more than charges for services rendered. (2) The Federal Government may, by notification in the official Gazette, amend the Schedule in conformity with any amendments, which may hereafter be duly made and adopted, of the provisions of the Agreement set out therein. Power to make rules. The Federal Government may, by notification in the official Gazette, make rules for carrying out the purposes of this Ordinance. THE SCHEDULE (See section 5) Provisions of the Agreement which shall have the force of law.. CHAPTER VIII STATUS, IMMUNITIES, EXEMPTIONS AND PRIVILEGES ARTICLE 48 Purpose of Chapter To enable the Bank effectively to fulfil its purpose and carry out the functions entrusted to it, the status, immunities, exemptions and privileges set forth in this Chapter shall be accorded to the Bank in the territory of each member. 1Subs, by the F.A.O., 1975 (P.O. No. 4 of .1975) Art. 2 and Table, for “Central Consolidated Fund”., Page 3 of 7 ARTICLE 49 Legal Status The Bank shall possess full juridical personality and, in particular, full capacity : (i) to contract; (ii) to acquire, and dispose of, immovable and movable property; and (iii) to institute legal proceedings. ARTICLE 50 Immunity from Judicial Proceedings The Bank shall enjoy immunity from every form of legal process, except in cases arising out of or in connection with the exercise of its powers to borrow money, to guarantee obligations, or to buy and sell or underwrite the sale of securities, in which cases actions may be brought against the Bank in a court of competent jurisdiction in the territory of a country in which the Bank has its principal or a branch office, or has appointed an agent for the purpose of accepting service or notice of process, or has issued or guaranteed securities. Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph 1 of this Article, no action shall be brought against the  Bank  by  any  member, or  by  any  agency  or  instrumentality of  a  member, 

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THE ARYA MARRIAGE VALIDATION ACT, 1937

THE ARYA MARRIAGE VALIDATION ACT, 1937

THE ARYA MARRIAGE VALIDATION ACT, 1937   The Arya Marriage Validation Act of 1937 is a historic piece of legislation in India that specifically pertains to the validation and recognition of marriages solemnized within the Arya Samaj, a reformist and progressive Hindu religious and social movement. The act was enacted to address concerns regarding the validity of marriages conducted by Arya Samaj priests, especially when such marriages did not conform to traditional Hindu rituals. The act provides legal recognition to Arya Samaj marriages, ensuring their validity under the law SECTIONS. 1 Short title and extent. 2 Marriage between Arya Samajists not to be invalid. 1 of 3 THE ARYA MARRIAGE VALIDATION ACT, 1937. 1ACT No. XIX OF 1937 [14th April, 1937] An Act to recognise and remove doubts as to the validity of inter­marriages current among Arya Samajists. WHEREAS it is expedient to recognise and place beyond doubt the validity of inter‑marriages of a class of Hindus known as Arya Samajists ; It is hereby enacted as follows :__ Short title and extent.__ (1) This Act may be called the Arya Marriage Validation Act, 1937. 2 [(2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan and applies also to all citizens of Pakistan wherever they may be.] Marriage between Arya Samajists not to be invalid. Notwithstanding any provision of Hindu Law, usage or custom to the contrary no marriage contracted whether before or after the commencement of this Act between two persons being at the time of the marriage Arya Samajists shall be invalid or shall be deemed ever to have been invalid by reason only of the fact that the parties at any time belonged to different castes or different sub­castes of Hindus or that either or both of the parties at any time before the marriage belonged to a religion other than Hinduism. _____________ 1For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gazette of India, 1935, Pt. V, p. 132; and for Report of Select Committee, see ibid., 1936, Pt. V, p, 306. The Act has been applied to Balochistan, see Gazette of India, 1938, Pt. I, p. 1371. 2Subs. by the Central Laws (Statute Reform) Ordinance, 1960 (21 of 1960), s. 3. and 2nd Sch. (with ef ect from the 14th October, 1955), for the original sub‑section (2), as amended by the Repealing and Amending Act, 1940 (32 of 1940), s. 3 and 2nd Sch. and A.O., 1949.   Need more information Our panel of skilled Lawyers in Pakistan specializes in separation cases in Pakistan and offers personalized advice and robust legal solutions. AI Legal Site: For general information, visit 24Justice.com – Pakistan’s First Legal AI Site. Personalized Assistance: For more specific queries or legal representation, reach out to us: Call: 0092 308 5510031 WhatsApp: 0092 308 5510031 Contact Form: Prefer writing? Fill out our contact form below, and we’ll respond promptly   [contact-form][contact-field label=”Name” type=”name” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Email” type=”email” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Website” type=”url” /][contact-field label=”Message” type=”textarea” /][/contact-form]

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THE ARMS ACT, 1878

THE ARMS ACT, 1878

THE ARMS ACT, 1878   The Arms Act of 1878 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that governs the possession, sale, and use of firearms and other related weapons. This act aims to regulate the firearms industry, ensure public safety, and prevent the misuse of firearms. It establishes legal provisions for the licensing, acquisition, and possession of arms by individuals, institutions, and businesses, contributing to the responsible management of firearms in the country. __________ PREAMBLE I.-PRELIMINARY SECTIONS: Short title. Local extent. Savings. Commencement. [Repealed.] Interpretation-clause. II.-MANUFACTURE, CONVERSION AND SALE Unlicensed manufacture or conversion prohibited. III.-IMPORT, EXPORT AND TRANSPORT Unlicensed importation and exportation prohibited. Importation and exportation of arms and ammunition for private use. Sanction of Federal Government required to warehousing of arms, etc. [Repealed.] [Repealed.] Updated till 06.12.2022 Page 2 of 10 [Omitted.] Power to establish searching stations. [Omitted.] IV.-GOING ARMED AND POSSESSING ARMS, ETC. [Omitted.] [Omitted.] [Omitted.] [Omitted.] V.-LICENSES Power to make rules as to licenses. Cancelling and suspension of license VI.-PENALTIES For breach of sections 5, 6, 10, 13 to 17. For secret breaches of sections 5 and 6. For concealing arms, etc. For breach of license. [Omitted.] Penalty for breach of rule. Power to confiscate. VII.-MISCELLANEOUS [Omitted.] [Omitted.] Power to exempt. Information to be given regarding offences. [Omitted.] Page 3 of 10 [Omitted.] Operation of other laws not barred. [Omitted.] Notice and limitation of proceedings. THE FIRST SCHEDULE. – [Repealed.] THE SECOND SCHEDULE. – [Repealed.] Page 4 of 10 THE ARMS ACT, 1878 1ACT No. XI OF 1878 [15th March, 1878] An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to Arms, Ammunition and Military Stores. Preamble. WHEREAS it is expedient to consolidate and amend the law relating to arms, ammunition and military stores; It is hereby enacted as follows:__ I.-PRELIMINARY Short title Local extent. __This Act may be called the 2 * Arms Act, 1878; and it extends to 3 [the whole of Pakistan]. Savings. But nothing herein contained shall apply to− (a) arms, ammunition or military stores on board any seagoing vessel and forming part of her ordinary armament or equipment, or (b) the manufacture, conversion, 4 [import or export] of arms, ammunition or military stores by order of 5 [the 6 [Federal Government] or any Provincial Government], or by a public servant or 7 [a member of the forces constituted by the Pakistan Territorial Force Act, 1950 (L of 1950)] in the course of his duty as such public servant or 8 [member]. 1For the Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gazette of India, 1877, Pt. V, p. 650; for discussions in Council, see ibid., 1877, Supplement, pp. 3016 and 3030; ibid., 1878, Supplement, pp. 435 and 453. The functions of the Central Government under certain provisions of this Act, subject to certain conditions, were entrusted to- (a) Provincial Governments with their consent, for a period of three years (with effect from the 1st April, 1951), see Gaz. of P., 1951, Pt. I, 181; and (b) The Chief Commissioner of Karachi, for the period 28th April, 1952 to 31st March, 1957, see Gaz. of P., 1954, Pt. I, p.136. The Act has been applied to___ (i) Balochistan by Regulation III of 1940 with certain restrictions and modifications. (ii) Phulera in the Excluded Area of Upper Tanawal to the extent the Act is applicable in the N.W.F.P., subject to certain modifications; see N.W.F.P. (Upper Tanawal) (Excluded Area) Laws Regulation, 1950. (iii) Excluded Area of Upper Tanawal other than Phulera by the N.W.F.P. (Upper Tanawal) (Excluded Area) Laws Regulation, 1950 and declared to be in force in that area with effect from 1st June, 1951; see N.W.F.P. Gazette, Ext., dated 1st June, 1951; and (iv) The Leased Areas of Balochistan, see the Leased Areas (Laws) Order, 1950, (G.G.O. 3 of 1950); and applied in the Federated Areas of Balochistan ; see Gazette of India, 1937, Pt. I, p. 1499. It has been extended to the Balochistan States Union by the Balochistan States Union (Federal Laws) (Extension) Order, 1953 (G.G.O. 4 of 1953), as amended. The Act has been and shall be deemed to has been brought into force in Gwadur with effect from the 8th September, 1958, by the Gwadur (Application of Central Laws) Ordinance, 1960 (37 of 1960), s. 2. A license granted under the Explosives Act, 1884 (4 of 1884), for the manufacture, possession, sale, transport or importation of an explosive may be given the effect of a like license granted under the Arms Act. 1878 (11 of 1878), see Act 4 of 1884, s. 15. As to further law relating to unlawful manufacture and possession of explosive substances, see the Explosive Substances Act, 1908 (6 of 1908), ss. 4 (b) and 5. This Act bas been repealed in its application to the Province of West Pakistan except certain provisions by West Pakistan Ordinance 20 of 1965, s. 29 (with effect from the 8th June, 1965). The Act has been amended in the N..W.F.P. by the Indian Arms (N.W.F.P. Amdt.) Act, 1934 (N.W.F.P. 1 of 1934) and Sind Act 10 of 1953, s.12. 2The word “Indian” omitted by A. O., 1949, Sch. 3Subs. by the Central Laws (Statute Reform) Ordinance, 1960 (21 of 1960), s. 3 and 2nd Sch. (with effect from the 14th October, 1955), for “all the Provinces and the Capital of the Federation” which had been subs. by A. O., 1949, Arts. 3(2) and 4, for “the whole of British India”. 4Subs. by the Federal Laws (Revision and Declaration) Ordinance, 1981 (27 of 1981), s.3 and IInd Sch., for” sale, import, export, transport, bearing or possession”. 5Subs. by A.O., 1949, Sch., for “any Govt. in British India”, which had been subs. by A. O., 1937, for “the Govt.”. 6Subs. by F.A.O., 1975, Art. 2 and Table, for “Central Government”. 7Subs. by the Federal Laws (Revision and Declaration) Act, 1951 (26 of 1951), s. 4 and III Sch., for “a member of either of the forces constituted” by the Indian Territorial Force Act, 1920 or the Auxiliary Force Act,

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THE ARMED FORCES (EMERGENCY DUTIES) ACT, 1947

THE ARMED FORCES (EMERGENCY DUTIES) ACT, 1947

THE ARMED FORCES (EMERGENCY DUTIES) ACT, 1947   The Armed Forces (Emergency Duties) Act of 1947 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that provides a legal framework for the deployment and utilization of the armed forces during emergencies and critical situations. This act outlines the powers, responsibilities, and procedures for the armed forces when called upon to assist civil authorities in maintaining law and order, responding to natural disasters, or addressing other emergency situations. It serves as a vital tool for ensuring the security and stability of the nation during times of crisis   1 Short title and extent. 2 Emergency duties of Armed Forces. 3 Validation of certain past Commands. THE ARMED FORCES (EMERGENCY DUTIES) ACT, 1947. 1ACT No. XV OF 1947 [20 th March, 1947] An Act to enable duties in connection with vital services to be imposed in an emergency on the Armed Forces of 2 [Pakistan]. WHEREAS it is expedient to enable duties in connection with vital services to be imposed in an emergency on the Armed Forces of 2 [Pakistan]; It is hereby enacted as follows:__ Short title and extent.__ (1) This Act may be called the Armed Forces (Emergency Duties) Act, 1947. 3 [(2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan.] Emergency duties of Armed Forces.__ (1) The 4 [Federal Government] may, by notification 5 in the official Gazette, declare any specified service to be a service of vital importance to the community: Provided that such notification shall remain in force for one month in the first instance, but may be extended, from time to time, by a like notification. (2) Upon a declaration being made under sub‑section (1) and until it is rescinded, it shall be the duty of every person subject to 6* * * the Pakistan Army Act, 1952],6* * * 7 [or the Pakistan Air Force Act, 1953], or the 8 [Pakistan Navy Ordinance, 1961], to obey any command given by any superior officer in relation to employment upon or in connection with the service specified in the declaration; and every such command shall be deemed to be a lawful command within the meaning and for the purposes of the said Acts 9 [or Ordinance]. [Validation of certain past Commands.] Rep. by the Federal Laws (Revision and Declaration) Act, 1951 (XXVI of 1951), s. 3 and Second Schedule. 1For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gazette of India, 1947, Pt.V, p.128. The Act has been applied to Baluchistan, see Gazette of India, 1947, Pt.I, p.535. The Act has been extended to the Leased Areas of Baluchistan by the Leased Areas (Laws) Order, 1950 (G.G.O.3 of 1950). 2Subs. by A. O., 1961, Art. 2 and Sch., for “the Crown” (with ef ect from the 23rd March, 1956). 3Subs. by the Central Laws (Statute Reform) Ordinance, 1960 (21 of 1960), s. 3 and 2nd Sch. (with ef ect from the 14th October, 1955), for the original sub‑section (2), as amended by A. O., 1949. 4Subs. by F.A.O.1975, Art.2 and Sch., for “Central Government”. 5For such notification, see Gaz.of P., 1950, Ext., p.125. 6Certain words omitted by the Federal Laws (Revision and Declaration), Ordinance, 1981 (27 of 1981),s.3 and Sch., II. 7 Ins. by Ord. 21 of 1960, s. 3 and 2nd Sch. (with ef ect from the 14 th October, 1955). 8Subs. by the Repealing and Amending Ordinance, 1965 (10 of 1965), s. 3 and 2nd Sch., for “Naval Discipline Act, in the form in which it is set forth in the First Schedule to the Pakistan Navy (Discipline) Act, 1934”, (with ef ect from the 1 st March, 1962). 9Added by the Repealing and Amending Ordinance, 1965 (10 of 1965), s. 3 and 2nd Sch. (with ef ect from the 1 st March, 1962).   Need more information Our panel of skilled Lawyers in Pakistan specializes in separation cases in Pakistan and offers personalized advice and robust legal solutions. AI Legal Site: For general information, visit 24Justice.com – Pakistan’s First Legal AI Site. Personalized Assistance: For more specific queries or legal representation, reach out to us: Call: 0092 308 5510031 WhatsApp: 0092 308 5510031 Contact Form: Prefer writing? Fill out our contact form below, and we’ll respond promptly   [contact-form][contact-field label=”Name” type=”name” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Email” type=”email” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Website” type=”url” /][contact-field label=”Message” type=”textarea” /][/contact-form]

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