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Who was handed over power after the separation of East Pakistan in December 1971?
Who was handed over power after the separation of East Pakistan in December 1971?
What significant action did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto take shortly after assuming power?
What significant action did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto take shortly after assuming power?
What was notably created to prepare a new constitution during Bhutto's era?
What was notably created to prepare a new constitution during Bhutto's era?
What was the primary condition of the people of Pakistan when Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto assumed power?
What was the primary condition of the people of Pakistan when Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto assumed power?
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Under which constitution did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto focus on national issues during his reign?
Under which constitution did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto focus on national issues during his reign?
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What revolutionary steps did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto take to encourage the people of Pakistan?
What revolutionary steps did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto take to encourage the people of Pakistan?
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When was martial law lifted in Pakistan during Bhutto's reign?
When was martial law lifted in Pakistan during Bhutto's reign?
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What was the composition and purpose of the Constitutional Committee formed in Bhutto's government?
What was the composition and purpose of the Constitutional Committee formed in Bhutto's government?
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How did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto address the issues facing Pakistan after taking power?
How did Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto address the issues facing Pakistan after taking power?
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Why was the Interim Constitution significant during Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's era?
Why was the Interim Constitution significant during Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's era?
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Study Notes
Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's Era (1971-1977)
- After East Pakistan's separation (December 20, 1971), General Yahya Khan transferred power to Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, Chairman of the Pakistan People's Party.
- Bhutto's administration aimed to rebuild Pakistan, which was demoralized and hopeless following the separation. Bhutto encouraged the people.
- He immediately initiated revolutionary improvements.
- Martial law was lifted on April 21, 1972.
- Bhutto took charge under the 1972 Interim Constitution.
- He prioritized national issues and saw the necessity of a new constitution.
- A 25-member Constitutional Committee was established to draft a constitution representing various political parties.
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Explore the significant period of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's leadership in Pakistan from 1971 to 1977. This quiz covers key events, including the lifting of martial law, the establishment of a new constitution, and Bhutto's efforts to revive the nation after East Pakistan's separation. Test your knowledge on the revolutionary changes during this transformative era.
