General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
3211
Before the 26th Amendment, the CJP was appointed based on the principle of:
Answer:
Seniority (Al-Jihad Trust case)
Previously, the most senior judge was automatically appointed CJP based on the principle of legitimate expectancy settled in the Al-Jihad Trust case.
3212
Which legal body had its jurisdiction curtailed by the establishment of the FCC?
Answer:
Supreme Court of Pakistan
The Supreme Court lost its original jurisdiction over constitutional matters (Article 184(3)) to the FCC.
3213
The 27th Amendment was passed by the Senate of Pakistan on:
Answer:
November 13, 2025
The Senate passed the 27th Amendment Bill on November 13, 2025, a day after the National Assembly.
3214
Justices Mansoor Ali Shah and Athar Minallah, who resigned, belonged to which court before their resignation?
Answer:
Supreme Court of Pakistan
They were sitting judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
3215
Who nominates the parliamentary members to the Judicial Commission of Pakistan?
Answer:
The Speaker of the National Assembly and Chairman Senate
The Speaker of the National Assembly and the Chairman of the Senate nominate the members from their respective houses.
3216
The 27th Amendment aims to resolve disputes between:
Answer:
Federal and Provincial Governments
A key function of the new FCC is to adjudicate disputes between the Federal government and the Provinces, or between Provinces.
3217
Under the 26th Amendment, the Judicial Commission must include one member who is:
Answer:
A woman or non-Muslim
To ensure diversity, the reconstituted JCP must include a woman or a non-Muslim member qualified to be a Senator or Technocrat.
3218
The 'Special Parliamentary Committee' meetings for nominating the CJP are held:
Answer:
In Camera (Private)
The amendments specify that the proceedings of the Special Parliamentary Committee are to be held in camera.
3219
The 26th Amendment stipulates that the Chief Election Commissioner remains in office until:
Answer:
A replacement is appointed
The amendment ensures continuity by stating the CEC remains in office until a successor is notified, avoiding a vacuum.
3220
For appointing judges to the Federal Constitutional Court, the JCP is headed by:
Answer:
Chief Justice of the FCC
The Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court heads the commission when it deals with appointments to the FCC.