Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri has been formally denotified as a judge of the Islamabad High Court following a decisive legal and constitutional process. The development comes after a detailed examination of his eligibility and qualifications, which were challenged before the court and became a matter of national legal attention.
The Islamabad High Court, in its ruling, declared that Justice Jahangiri did not meet the mandatory constitutional requirements at the time of his appointment. The court observed that holding a valid law degree is a fundamental condition for elevation to the superior judiciary, and any deviation cannot be overlooked.
During the proceedings, the court reviewed academic records and relevant documentation presented by the petitioners. After careful consideration, the bench concluded that the absence of a valid LLB degree at the relevant time rendered the appointment unlawful, leaving no legal justification for continuation in office.
Following the verdict, the Islamabad High Court directed the Ministry of Law and Justice to initiate formal denotification. The ministry prepared a summary and forwarded it through proper channels, in line with constitutional procedures governing judicial appointments and removals.
President Asif Ali Zardari approved the denotification on the advice of the prime minister, completing the legal process. An official notification was subsequently issued, confirming that Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri no longer holds the position of judge at the Islamabad High Court.
Legal experts say the case has broader implications for judicial accountability and transparency. The ruling reinforces the principle that constitutional requirements must be strictly followed, regardless of position, and highlights the importance of thorough scrutiny in appointments to the superior judiciary.
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