ASIF HUSSAIN vs ELECTION COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN through Chief Election Commission Definition of a word — 2025 PLD 446 LAHORE-HIGH-COURT-LAHORE

Case information

Citation: 2025 PLD 446 LAHORE-HIGH-COURT-LAHORE
Court: Lahore High Court
Year: 2025
Reporter: PLD
Parties: ASIF HUSSAIN vs ELECTION COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN through Chief Election Commission Definition of a word

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Judgment text as reported

ASIF HUSSAIN VS ELECTION COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN through Chief Election Commission Definition of a word---Principle---When definition of a word, term or phrase renders a substantial provision redundant, preference should be given to the interpretation which favours purpose of the enactment---When substantial provision renders the matter crystal clear no contrary view can be adopted.

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