Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
The 1956 Constitution concludes that which document is the supreme law of the land?
Answer:
The Constitution of 1956
Article 201 mandates that the government ensure all laws and actions follow the Constitution as the supreme law of the land [51].
2
What is the primary role of the Supreme Court and High Courts as 'Courts of Record'?
Answer:
Power to enforce contempt laws and record proceedings
Article 176 establishes these as Courts of Record, giving them power to punish actions that undermine their authority through contempt laws [48].
3
Which article guarantees 'freedom of speech' subject to lawful restrictions?
Answer:
Article 8
Article 8 (and Article 9 in some summary lists) protects freedom of speech with lawful restrictions [1, 3, 20].
4
Which article empowers the President to declare a 'state of emergency'?
Answer:
Both B and C
The President's power to declare an emergency is established to address crises, as detailed in Articles 47 and 211 [11, 26].
5
Under Article 53, who is responsible for maintaining order during National Assembly discussions?
Answer:
The Speaker and Deputy Speaker
The Speaker and Deputy Speaker are elected to facilitate legislative business and maintain order [50].
6
Which article addresses the protection of the family and marriage?
Answer:
Both A and B
Article 24 protects family privacy, while Article 35 mandates the State to protect marriage, family, and the rights of children and the elderly [21, 34].
7
The President must act on the advice of which individual or body?
Answer:
The Prime Minister and the Cabinet
Article 44 reflects parliamentary democracy by requiring the President to act on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Cabinet [6].
8
Which article encourages the 'participation of women in all spheres of life'?
Answer:
Both A and B
Articles 29 and 34 promote equal rights and the participation of women in governance and public life [21, 34].
9
According to Article 14, citizens are protected from deprivation of what, except in accordance with law?
Answer:
Property
Article 14 ensures property protection and mandates that no person shall be deprived of it without due process of law [20].
10
What happens to the Fourth Schedule during the transitional period after the Constitution's commencement?
Answer:
It remains in effect until new laws replace it
Article 217 states that the Fourth Schedule remains in effect until replaced by new legislation [28].