9 Questions
In which case did the judiciary play a pivotal role in the interpretation of statutes and the development of law?
The State vs. Dosso and Other
Who were the members of the bench of the Supreme Court in the State vs. Dosso and Other case?
Muhammad Munir, Ameer ud Din, Shahabud din, R.Cornelius
What is the significance of precedents in the development of law in Pakistan?
Precedents may be regarded as a source of law
What event led to the end of the 1956 Constitution in Pakistan?
A military coup in 1958
How long was the 1956 Constitution in effect before it was annulled in Pakistan?
Two years
Why was the Central Legislature dissolved in Pakistan after the 1956 Constitution was annulled?
Parliamentary democracy was deemed fruitless
What happened to the Central Cabinet after the dissolution of the Central legislature?
It was dissolved
What was the impact of the Martial Law on the Provincial Cabinet?
It was dissolved
What happened to the Provincial legislature after the dissolution of the Central legislature?
It was dissolved
Test your knowledge on the development of law through the judiciary with this quiz based on the landmark case of The State vs. Dosso and Other (PLD 1958 S.C. 533). Explore how precedents become a source of law and understand the role of superior courts in interpreting statutes. Challenge yourself with questions on important and leading cases that have shaped the legal landscape in Pakistan.
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