Constitutional Developments in Pakistan
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What significant declaration was made in the 1956 Constitution regarding the status of Pakistan?

  • Pakistan was declared an Islamic Republic. (correct)
  • Pakistan was declared a republic.
  • Pakistan was declared a federal state.
  • Pakistan was declared neutral.
  • Which committee proposed the creation of an Islamic constitution in 1952?

  • The Basic Principles Committee (correct)
  • The Islamic Unity Committee
  • The Military Committee
  • The Constitutional Assembly
  • What was one of the main features of the Basic Democracies system introduced in 1959?

  • It allowed for indirect elections at local levels. (correct)
  • It established a military dictatorship.
  • It prohibited elections at all levels.
  • It imposed a one-party system.
  • What was a key outcome of the 1973 Constitution for Pakistan's governance?

    <p>It revived the power of the National Assembly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 1949 Objectives Resolution aimed to incorporate what into the constitution of Pakistan?

    <p>Islamic principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Constitutional Developments in Pakistan

    • 1949: The Objectives Resolution aimed to incorporate Islamic principles into the constitution.
    • 1952: The Basic Principles Committee advocated for a constitution based on Islamic principles.
    • 1956: Pakistan was declared an Islamic Republic, enshrined in the constitution.
    • 1959: The Basic Democracies system introduced elected bodies at different levels.
    • 1973: The 1973 Constitution strengthened the National Assembly's authority.

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    Explore the significant constitutional milestones in Pakistan's history, including the Objectives Resolution and the 1973 Constitution. This quiz covers key developments that shaped Pakistan's governance and its identity as an Islamic Republic. Test your knowledge on the influences of Islamic principles in Pakistan's constitutional framework.

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