Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1: 40 MCQs with Explanations
40 exam-level constitutional & legal history MCQs with answers and explanations for PPSC, FPSC, CSS preparation.
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Q1 of 40
When the government of zulifiqar Ali Bhutto was dismissed and third martial Law was enforced by General Zai -ul-Haq?
Correct Answer: Option D — 5th July, 1977
Detailed Academic Explanation:
5th July, 1977 is the correct answer to “When the government of zulifiqar Ali Bhutto was dismissed and third martial Law was enforced by General Zai -ul-Haq”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q2 of 40
The Interim constitution of the Pakistan was based on: ____________?
Correct Answer: Option B — Both A & B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The Interim constitution of the Pakistan was based on: Both A & B .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q3 of 40
“Constitutional and Political History of Pakistan” is written by ________?
Correct Answer: Option A — Hamid Khan
Detailed Academic Explanation:
“Constitutional and Political History of Pakistan” is written by Hamid Khan .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q4 of 40
In which Constitution of Pakistan Islamabad was confirmed as the capital of the country _____?
Correct Answer: Option C — 1962
Detailed Academic Explanation:
In which Constitution of Pakistan Islamabad was confirmed as the capital of the country 1962 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q5 of 40
Who was Pakistan’s First Civil Martial Law Administrator?
Correct Answer: Option A — Zulifqar Ali Bhutto
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Zulifqar Ali Bhutto is the correct answer to “Who was Pakistan’s First Civil Martial Law Administrator”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q6 of 40
According to the Constitution of 1956 ______ was the Head of State?
Correct Answer: Option B — President
Detailed Academic Explanation:
According to the Constitution of 1956 President was the Head of State.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q7 of 40
In formation of 1st Constitution ______ played very important role?
Correct Answer: Option B — Ch. Muhammad Ali
Detailed Academic Explanation:
In formation of 1st Constitution Ch. Muhammad Ali played very important role.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q8 of 40
When for the rehabilitation of refugees emergency was declared for the first time in the history of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: Option B — August 27, 1948
Detailed Academic Explanation:
August 27, 1948 is the correct answer to “When for the rehabilitation of refugees emergency was declared for the first time in the history of Pakistan”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q9 of 40
Islamabad High Court was established in _________?
Correct Answer: Option A — 14th Aug 2007
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Islamabad High Court was established in 14th Aug 2007 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q10 of 40
Who was the first president of Pakistan constituent assembly?
Correct Answer: Option A — Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah is the correct answer to “Who was the first president of Pakistan constituent assembly”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q11 of 40
When was first martial law imposed on which Prime Minister?
Correct Answer: Option C — Feroz Khan Noon
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Feroz Khan Noon is the correct answer to “When was first martial law imposed on which Prime Minister”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q12 of 40
Total numbers of members in Parliamentary Committe for 18th amendment were________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 26
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Total numbers of members in Parliamentary Committe for 18th amendment were 26 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q13 of 40
1973 constitution was enforced on__________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 14 August 1973
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1973 constitution was enforced on 14 August 1973 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q14 of 40
The constitution of 1956 had drawn its inspiration from the _____ style parliamentary government.
Correct Answer: Option B — Westminster
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The constitution of 1956 had drawn its inspiration from the Westminster style parliamentary government.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q15 of 40
8th amendment in the constitution has titled the balance of power in favour of ________?
Correct Answer: Option A — President
Detailed Academic Explanation:
8th amendment in the constitution has titled the balance of power in favour of President .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q16 of 40
Who applied LFO (Legal Framework Order) for the first time?
Correct Answer: Option B — Yahya Khan
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Yahya Khan is the correct answer to “Who applied LFO (Legal Framework Order) for the first time”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q17 of 40
Which of Pakistan’s Constitution introduced in the bicameral parliamentary system?
Correct Answer: Option B — 1973
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1973 is the correct answer to “Which of Pakistan’s Constitution introduced in the bicameral parliamentary system”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q18 of 40
Under the 1973 Constituent of the statesman who was sworn In as President of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: Option A — Fazal Elahi
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Fazal Elahi is the correct answer to “Under the 1973 Constituent of the statesman who was sworn In as President of Pakistan”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
Constitutional & Legal History
Q19 of 40
Who imposed third Martial Law on Pakistan?
Correct Answer: Option A — Gen Zia-ul-Haq
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Gen Zia-ul-Haq is the correct answer to “Who imposed third Martial Law on Pakistan”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
Constitutional & Legal History
Q20 of 40
When Zulfikar Ali Bhutto lifted martial law,and introduced provisional constitution?
Correct Answer: Option B — 21 April 1972
Detailed Academic Explanation:
21 April 1972 is the correct answer to “When Zulfikar Ali Bhutto lifted martial law,and introduced provisional constitution”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q21 of 40
For 18th amendment _____________ members were part of committee?
Correct Answer: Option D — 26
Detailed Academic Explanation:
For 18th amendment 26 members were part of committee.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q22 of 40
For 18th amendment votes in Senate in favour were 90 and_____________ against it.
Correct Answer: Option B — none
Detailed Academic Explanation:
For 18th amendment votes in Senate in favour were 90 and none against it.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q23 of 40
For 18th amendment votes in National Assembly were 292 in favour and __________ against it?
Correct Answer: Option C — none
Detailed Academic Explanation:
For 18th amendment votes in National Assembly were 292 in favour and none against it.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
Constitutional & Legal History
Q24 of 40
The inaugural session of the first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was chaired by ____________?
Correct Answer: Option C — J.N. Mandal
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The inaugural session of the first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was chaired by J.N. Mandal .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q25 of 40
Which amendment of the constitution of 1973 declared Ahmadis as non-Muslims?
Correct Answer: Option A — Second
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Second is the correct answer to “Which amendment of the constitution of 1973 declared Ahmadis as non-Muslims”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q26 of 40
The second Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was consisted of___________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 80 members
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The second Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was consisted of 80 members .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q27 of 40
The second constitutional assembly was reconstituted on___________?
Correct Answer: Option C — 28 May 1955
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The second constitutional assembly was reconstituted on 28 May 1955 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q28 of 40
Lord Mountbatten, Governor General of India, addressed the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on?
Correct Answer: Option B — 14 August 1947
Detailed Academic Explanation:
14 August 1947 is the correct answer to “Lord Mountbatten, Governor General of India, addressed the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q29 of 40
Last Constitution in Pakistan was enforced on_________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 14th August 1973
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Last Constitution in Pakistan was enforced on 14th August 1973 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q30 of 40
Which Constitution is applicable now in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: Option B — 14th August 1973
Detailed Academic Explanation:
14th August 1973 is the correct answer to “Which Constitution is applicable now in Pakistan”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q31 of 40
Which amendments were proposed by Quaid e Azam in the Nehru report 1928 to make it acceptable to the Indian Muslim?
Correct Answer: Option D — All of above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of above is the correct answer to “Which amendments were proposed by Quaid e Azam in the Nehru report 1928 to make it acceptable to the Indian Muslim”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q32 of 40
What was the duration of the first Martial Law?
Correct Answer: Option C — From October 7, 1958 to June 8, 1962
Detailed Academic Explanation:
From October 7, 1958 to June 8, 1962 is the correct answer to “What was the duration of the first Martial Law”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q33 of 40
Through which constitutional amendment, Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) were merged with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Correct Answer: Option D — 25th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
25th is the correct answer to “Through which constitutional amendment, Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) were merged with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q34 of 40
The period of 1954 to 1962 of Pakistan is known as era of_______?
Correct Answer: Option A — Alliances
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The period of 1954 to 1962 of Pakistan is known as era of Alliances .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q35 of 40
Legal Framework Order (LFO) was promulgated on March 30, 1970 by__________?
Correct Answer: Option A — Yahya Khan
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Legal Framework Order (LFO) was promulgated on March 30, 1970 by Yahya Khan .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q36 of 40
Who nominates chief justice of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: Option B — President
Detailed Academic Explanation:
President is the correct answer to “Who nominates chief justice of Pakistan”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q37 of 40
Which article in the 1973 constitution deals with Jammu & Kashmir?
Correct Answer: Option C — 257
Detailed Academic Explanation:
257 is the correct answer to “Which article in the 1973 constitution deals with Jammu & Kashmir”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q38 of 40
National Assembly approved the Constitution of 1973 on__________?
Correct Answer: Option A — 23 March 1973
Detailed Academic Explanation:
National Assembly approved the Constitution of 1973 on 23 March 1973 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q39 of 40
When was Lahore High Court established?
Correct Answer: Option D — 1919
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1919 is the correct answer to “When was Lahore High Court established”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
Constitutional & Legal History
Q40 of 40
Which Article of Pakistan constitution 1973 provides freedom of the Press and freedom of the expression?
Correct Answer: Option C — 19
Detailed Academic Explanation:
19 is the correct answer to “Which Article of Pakistan constitution 1973 provides freedom of the Press and freedom of the expression”. Items of this type are drawn from the Constitutional & Legal History — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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