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1
What is the total number of seats in the National Assembly of Pakistan as per the 2024 general elections framework?
Answer:
336
Following the 25th Amendment and the merger of FATA with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the total number of seats in the National Assembly was reduced from 342 to 336. This includes 266 general seats, 60 seats reserved for women, and 10 seats reserved for non-Muslims.
2
On which date were the most recent general elections held in Pakistan to elect the 16th National Assembly?
Answer:
February 8, 2024
The general elections for the 16th National Assembly and the four provincial assemblies were held on February 8, 2024. These elections were significant as they took place after a period of intense political polarization and followed the dissolution of the previous assemblies in August 2023.
3
Who was elected as the Speaker of the 16th National Assembly of Pakistan in March 2024?
Answer:
Sardar Ayaz Sadiq
Sardar Ayaz Sadiq of the PML-N was elected as the Speaker of the National Assembly for the third time in March 2024. He defeated the PTI-backed candidate Malik Muhammad Amir Dogar. The Speaker is the presiding officer of the house and maintains order during sessions.
4
What is the total number of seats in the Provincial Assembly of Punjab?
Answer:
371
The Punjab Assembly is the largest provincial legislature in Pakistan with a total of 371 seats. This composition includes 297 general seats, 66 seats reserved for women, and 8 seats reserved for non-Muslims, reflecting the province's large population.
5
Who served as the first President of the First Constituent Assembly of Pakistan in 1947?
Answer:
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was elected as the first President of the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on August 11, 1947. In his inaugural address to the assembly, he laid out his vision for a democratic and inclusive Pakistan where all citizens would be equal regardless of their faith.
6
Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan empowers the Prime Minister to advise the President to dissolve the National Assembly?
Answer:
Article 58
Article 58(1) of the Constitution states that the President shall dissolve the National Assembly if so advised by the Prime Minister. If the President fails to dissolve it within 48 hours of such advice, the Assembly stands dissolved automatically by operation of law.
7
What is the constitutional term of the National Assembly of Pakistan unless dissolved earlier?
Answer:
5 years
According to Article 52 of the Constitution, the National Assembly, unless sooner dissolved, shall continue for a term of five years from the day of its first meeting and shall stand dissolved at the expiration of its term.
8
In the 2024 National Assembly, how many seats are reserved specifically for non-Muslims?
Answer:
10
The National Assembly has 10 seats reserved for non-Muslims (minorities). These members are elected through a proportional representation system based on the total number of general seats won by each political party in the National Assembly.
9
Which amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan officially merged the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Answer:
25th Amendment
The 25th Amendment, passed in 2018, was a historic legislative milestone that abolished FATA as a separate entity and merged it into the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This led to the extension of the Pakistani judicial system and the Constitution to these regions.
10
Who was the first woman to be elected as the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan?
Answer:
Begum Ashraf Abbasi
Begum Ashraf Abbasi was the first woman to serve as the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly (1973–1977). Later, Dr. Fehmida Mirza became the first woman Speaker of the National Assembly in 2008.
11
What is the total number of seats in the Provincial Assembly of Sindh?
Answer:
168
The Sindh Assembly consists of 168 seats. This includes 130 general seats, 29 seats reserved for women, and 9 seats reserved for non-Muslims. It is the second-largest provincial assembly in Pakistan.
12
Which political party emerged with the largest number of seats in the Sindh Assembly during the 2024 elections?
Answer:
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured a heavy majority in the Sindh Assembly in the 2024 elections, allowing it to form the provincial government for the fourth consecutive time since 2008. Syed Murad Ali Shah was subsequently re-elected as the Chief Minister.
13
The 26th Constitutional Amendment, passed in October 2024, primarily focused on which area of governance?
Answer:
Judicial reforms and the appointment of the CJP
The 26th Amendment significantly altered the process of appointing the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) and established constitutional benches. It introduced a parliamentary committee to select the CJP from the three most senior judges, shifting away from the previous 'seniority-only' principle.
14
How many seats are reserved for women in the National Assembly of Pakistan?
Answer:
60
There are 60 seats reserved for women in the 336-member National Assembly. These seats are filled through a proportional representation system based on the number of general seats won by each party in each province.
15
The 'Leader of the Opposition' in the National Assembly is traditionally chosen by whom?
Answer:
Members of the opposition parties
The Leader of the Opposition is the member who enjoys the support of the majority of the members on the opposition benches. Following the 2024 elections, Omar Ayub Khan was initially positioned as the leader representing the PTI-backed bloc.
16
Which historical document served as the first legal framework for elections in united Pakistan (including East Pakistan) in 1970?
Answer:
Legal Framework Order (LFO) 1970
General Yahya Khan issued the Legal Framework Order (LFO) in 1970 to provide a basis for the first-ever general elections on the principle of 'one man, one vote'. It led to the elections that saw the Awami League win a majority in East Pakistan.
17
What is the minimum age required for a citizen of Pakistan to be elected as a member of a Provincial Assembly?
Answer:
25 years
Under Article 113 (read with Article 62) of the Constitution, a person must be at least 25 years of age and a registered voter to be eligible for election as a member of the National Assembly or a Provincial Assembly.
18
Who was the Prime Minister of Pakistan when the 1973 Constitution was unanimously passed by the National Assembly?
Answer:
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was the leading figure behind the 1973 Constitution. After its passage, he transitioned from the office of President to Prime Minister, as the new constitution established a parliamentary system where the PM is the head of government.
19
In which city does the Provincial Assembly of Balochistan meet?
Answer:
Quetta
The Balochistan Assembly is located in Quetta. It is the smallest provincial assembly in terms of seats (65) but represents the largest province of Pakistan by land area.
20
The 'Public Accounts Committee' (PAC) of the National Assembly is primarily responsible for:
Answer:
Auditing government spending and accounts
The PAC is the most powerful committee of the National Assembly. It examines the reports of the Auditor General of Pakistan and ensures that public funds are spent according to the budget approved by the assembly.
