PPSC MCQs

Pakistan's first constitution came into force on 23 March 1956.
The country then formally became an Islamic republic.

The Senate balances population-based representation in the National Assembly.
It gives provinces and other units a voice in federal legislation.

The 1956 Constitution created a parliamentary form of government.
The prime minister was the effective head of government.

The prime minister leads the federal government and cabinet.
The office depends on support in the National Assembly.

The 1956 Constitution provided for one federal legislative chamber.
A bicameral parliament was introduced under the 1973 Constitution.

The President is the head of state under the Constitution.
Most executive functions are exercised on constitutional advice.

The 1956 Constitution declared the country the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
This marked its transition from dominion to republic.

The Council of Common Interests addresses matters shared by federal and provincial governments.
It is an important institution of cooperative federalism.

The first nationwide martial law was imposed in October 1958.
The 1956 Constitution was abrogated.

The National Finance Commission recommends revenue-sharing arrangements.
Its awards determine important federal-provincial fiscal distributions.

General Ayub Khan became Chief Martial Law Administrator in 1958.
He later assumed the presidency.

The National Economic Council coordinates national economic planning.
It includes federal and provincial representation.