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Writ jurisdiction extraordinary in scope: SC


Writ jurisdiction extraordinary in scope: SC
Urges high courts to use this jurisdiction sparingly and not in every run-of-the-mill case
A file photo of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. PHOTO: EXPRESS
ISLAMABAD:
he Supreme Court has urged the high courts to exercise their writ jurisdiction sparingly, noting that this jurisdiction is extraordinary in its scope.
The jurisdiction conferred on the high courts under Article 199 is an extraordinary relief and the same has to be exercised in aid of justice and not to interfere in jurisdictions of other statutory forums.
“When the law has provided an adequate remedy, constitutional jurisdiction under Article 199 cannot be exercised as the same has to be exercised in exceptional circumstances, which could justify invoking the said jurisdiction. ....

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