Explanation

Under the 1973 Constitution, AJK is not formally a province or territory of Pakistan but is administered separately with its own constitution and government.

Gwadar, Tribal Areas (now merged with KP), and Islamabad Capital Territory are officially part of Pakistan.

Explanation

The deadlock was mainly due to the issue of parity between East and West Pakistan.

The One Unit scheme (1955) merged West Pakistan provinces, giving equal representation to both wings, thus ending the deadlock.

Explanation

Articles 8 to 28 of the 1973 Constitution guarantee Fundamental Rights of citizens.

These include rights like equality, freedom of speech, religion, fair trial, and protection of life.

Explanation

Under Article 186 of the Constitution of Pakistan, the Supreme Court has advisory jurisdiction.

The President can refer questions of law or public importance to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion.

Explanation

Retirement age of High Court Judge is: 62 years.

The retirement age of Supreme Court Judge is: 65 years.

Unless he sooner resigns or is removed from office in accordance with the Constitution.

Explanation

The Constitution provides five writs:

1. Habeas Corpus
2. Mandamus
3. Prohibition
4. Certiorari
5. Quo Warranto

These writs protect fundamental rights and ensure judicial control over authorities.

Explanation

The Prime Minister is the Chief Executive who heads and exercises the authority of the Government of Pakistan.

After obtaining a vote of confidence, the Prime Minister is invited by the President to take the oath of office and form the government.

Term 5 years.

Explanation

Article 188 grants the Supreme Court the power to review its own judgments or orders.

This ensures correction of errors and upholds justice within the Court’s own decisions.

Explanation

Article 209 of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 provides for the formation of the Supreme Judicial Council.

The Council is responsible for inquiry into misconduct or incapacity of judges of superior courts.

Explanation

The 1973 Constitution explicitly provides fundamental rights like right to education, freedom of association, and freedom of assembly.

Protection of family is not listed as a fundamental right under the Constitution.