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What type of government system is established by the Constitution of 1973 in Pakistan?
What type of government system is established by the Constitution of 1973 in Pakistan?
- Monarchical system
- Parliamentary system (correct)
- Presidential system
- Federal system
What is the role of the Prime Minister according to the Constitution of Pakistan?
What is the role of the Prime Minister according to the Constitution of Pakistan?
- Head of state
- Head of government (correct)
- Leader of the opposition
- Judicial authority
Which document is considered to be Pakistan's first constitution by consensus?
Which document is considered to be Pakistan's first constitution by consensus?
- Constitution of 1973 (correct)
- Constitution of 1956
- Constitution of 1985
- Constitution of 1962
Which of the following correctly describes the legislative structure established by the Constitution of Pakistan?
Which of the following correctly describes the legislative structure established by the Constitution of Pakistan?
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When was the Constitution of 1973 approved by the legislative assembly?
When was the Constitution of 1973 approved by the legislative assembly?
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Study Notes
Overview of the Constitution of Pakistan
- The Constitution of Pakistan serves as the supreme law governing the nation.
- There have been several versions throughout history, with the Constitution of 1973 being the current one.
Constitution of 1973
- Established a parliamentary system of governance.
- The President acts as head of state; the Prime Minister, elected by the people, serves as head of government.
- Introduced a bicameral legislature consisting of:
- The Senate (upper house).
- The National Assembly (lower house).
Legislative Process
- Drafted under the leadership of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s government.
- Included contributions from opposition parties to ensure broader consensus.
- Officially approved by the legislative assembly on April 10, 1973.
Historical Context
- Represents Pakistan's first constitution achieved through consensus.
- Distinct from previous constitutions:
- The Constitution of 1956.
- The Constitution of 1962, which lacked similar consensus among parties.
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