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Who challenged his dismissal in the Supreme Court on the basis of allegations?
Who challenged his dismissal in the Supreme Court on the basis of allegations?
Which entity ruled in favor of Nawaz Sharif and observed that the dismissal was illegal and unconstitutional?
Which entity ruled in favor of Nawaz Sharif and observed that the dismissal was illegal and unconstitutional?
When did Benazir Bhutto become prime minister of Pakistan for the second time?
When did Benazir Bhutto become prime minister of Pakistan for the second time?
What was the result of the 1993 general elections?
What was the result of the 1993 general elections?
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Who intervened and convinced both the prime minister and the president to resign due to their grave differences?
Who intervened and convinced both the prime minister and the president to resign due to their grave differences?
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When were the National Assembly elections held that led to Nawaz Sharif's first tenure as Prime Minister?
When were the National Assembly elections held that led to Nawaz Sharif's first tenure as Prime Minister?
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How many seats did the Islami Jamhooari Ittihad win in the 1990 National Assembly elections?
How many seats did the Islami Jamhooari Ittihad win in the 1990 National Assembly elections?
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What was one of the initial steps taken by Nawaz Sharif's government to address economic issues?
What was one of the initial steps taken by Nawaz Sharif's government to address economic issues?
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What was the primary purpose of the 'Yellow Cab Scheme' started by Nawaz Sharif's government?
What was the primary purpose of the 'Yellow Cab Scheme' started by Nawaz Sharif's government?
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Which infrastructure project did Nawaz Sharif believe was essential for economic development?
Which infrastructure project did Nawaz Sharif believe was essential for economic development?
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Which historic religious site was demolished by Hindu extremists in 1992?
Which historic religious site was demolished by Hindu extremists in 1992?
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When was Bait-ul-Mal instituted by Nawaz Sharif's government?
When was Bait-ul-Mal instituted by Nawaz Sharif's government?
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What was one of the reasons President Ghulam Ishaq Khan dismissed Nawaz Sharif's government?
What was one of the reasons President Ghulam Ishaq Khan dismissed Nawaz Sharif's government?
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Study Notes
Nawaz Sharif's First Regime (1990-93)
- National Assembly elections were held on October 24, 1990, with Islami Jamhooari Ittihad (IJI) contesting under the leadership of Muhammad Nawaz Sharif.
- IJI won 105 seats, while Pakistan People's Party secured only 46 seats.
- Nawaz Sharif was sworn in as prime minister in November 1990.
Important Steps of Nawaz Sharif's Government
- Privatization policy was introduced to liberate the economy from strict government control.
- A Privatization Commission was instituted, and 115 industrial units and financial institutions, including banks, were denationalized.
- The "Yellow Cab Scheme" was launched to address unemployment and public transport shortages.
- World-class motorway projects were initiated, with the 333 km long 6-lane Islamabad-Lahore Motorway being the first phase.
- Agricultural reforms were introduced to improve the condition of farmers.
- The Indus waters dispute between provinces was amicably resolved through an agreement.
- Bait-ul-Mal was instituted in 1992 to provide financial help to the needy.
- Efforts were made to improve foreign policy, including bringing Afghan warring groups to the negotiation table.
- India was officially invited to resolve the Kashmir dispute, but these efforts did not succeed.
- Pakistan condemned the demolition of the Babari Masjid in 1992 and adopted a careful stance regarding America's invasion of Iraq.
Dismissal of Nawaz Sharif's Government
- President Ghulam Ishaq Khan dismissed the government on charges of harassing opponents and gross irregularities in privatization.
- Nawaz Sharif challenged the dismissal in the Supreme Court, which ruled in his favor and declared the dismissal illegal and unconstitutional.
- The government was restored, but differences between the president and prime minister led to the chief of the army staff intervening and convincing both to resign.
Benazir Bhutto's Second Regime (1993-96)
- General elections were held in 1993, with neither major party securing a majority in the National Assembly.
- The Pakistan People's Party formed a coalition government with smaller parties, and Benazir Bhutto became prime minister for the second time on October 19, 1993.
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Test your knowledge about the first term of Nawaz Sharif as Prime Minister of Pakistan, including the 1990 elections and key policies of his government.
