All MCQs

The Thirteenth Amendment removed the discretionary dissolution power.
It strengthened the parliamentary character of the system.

Article 58(2)(b) granted a discretionary dissolution power during certain periods.
It became central to several dismissals of elected governments.

The Eighth Amendment inserted the Objectives Resolution as Article 2A.
This strengthened its direct constitutional status.

The Federal Shariat Court reviews specified laws for Islamic conformity.
It was established during the period of General Zia-ul-Haq.

The Supreme Court is the country's highest judicial authority.
It hears constitutional and appellate matters.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The National Assembly is the lower house.
Its general seats are allocated mainly according to population.