Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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1
Which constitutional definition was added to Article 260 by the Twenty-Seventh Amendment to clarify the highest judicial rank?
Answer:
Chief Justice of Pakistan (meaning the senior between CJP and FCC CJ)
The amendment added a definition to Article 260 stating that 'Chief Justice of Pakistan' means the senior amongst the Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court [67]. This provides legal clarity on seniority across the two top courts [51, 68]. It ensures the Constitution accounts for the new judicial structure [27].
2
The Federal Constitutional Court is required by the Twenty-Seventh Amendment to have equal representation from:
Answer:
Each Province
Article 175B(1) mandates that the Federal Constitutional Court shall have an equal number of Judges from each Province [65]. It also requires at least one Judge from the Islamabad High Court [66]. This provincial balance is key to its role in managing federation-province disputes [53, 60].
3
How is the first Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court appointed under the Twenty-Seventh Amendment?
Answer:
By the President on the advice of the PM from among Supreme Court Judges
A proviso to Article 175A(3) states that the President shall, on the advice of the Prime Minister, appoint the first Chief Justice of the FCC from among the Judges of the Supreme Court [63]. This is a transitional measure for the establishment of the new court [64]. Once this appointment is made, this specific proviso stands omitted [64].
4
Under the Twenty-Seventh Amendment's update to Article 248, which military ranks are designated as 'national heroes' and remain in uniform for life?
Answer:
Field Marshal, Marshal of the Air Force, and Admiral of the Fleet
Officers promoted to the rank of Field Marshal, Marshal of the Air Force, or Admiral of the Fleet shall retain their rank and remain in uniform for life [61]. They are explicitly designated as 'national heroes' and enjoy lifelong privileges [61]. They also receive the same constitutional protections as the President under Article 248 [62].
5
According to the Twenty-Seventh Amendment, who appoints the Commander of the National Strategic Command?
Answer:
The Prime Minister on the recommendation of the Chief of the Defence Forces
New Article 243(6) states that the Prime Minister shall appoint the Commander of the National Strategic Command [57]. This appointment is made on the recommendation of the Chief of the Army Staff (Chief of the Defence Forces) [57]. The appointee must be a member of the Pakistan Army [57].
6
What new concurrent title is given to the Chief of the Army Staff by the Twenty-Seventh Amendment?
Answer:
Chief of the Defence Forces
The Chief of the Army Staff will now concurrently be known as the 'Chief of the Defence Forces' [59]. This officer is appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister [59]. This title reflects the concentration of military authority in this role [60].
7
Under the Twenty-Seventh Amendment, which high-ranking military post stands abolished as of November 27, 2025?
Answer:
Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee
The amendment to Article 243 stipulates that the office of the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee shall stand abolished with effect from November 27, 2025 [57]. This is part of a major alteration of the military command structure [58]. Responsibilities are being transferred within the defense forces [27].
8
What is the retiring age for a Judge of the Federal Constitutional Court (excluding the Chief Justice)?
Answer:
68 years
According to Article 175I, a Judge of the Federal Constitutional Court shall hold office until they attain the age of sixty-eight years [54]. This is higher than the retirement age for the Supreme Court (65) or High Courts (62) [55, 56]. The Chief Justice of the FCC, however, holds office for a three-year term [54].
9
Which specific jurisdiction is granted to the Federal Constitutional Court to the exclusion of every other court under the Twenty-Seventh Amendment?
Answer:
Original jurisdiction in disputes between Governments
Article 175E grants the FCC exclusive original jurisdiction in any dispute between two or more Governments (Federal and Provincial) [52]. In these matters, the court shall pronounce declaratory judgments only [52]. This power aims to strengthen the federation-province relationship [53].
10
What is the primary seat location of the Federal Constitutional Court established by the Twenty-Seventh Amendment, 2025?
Answer:
Islamabad
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has its permanent seat at Islamabad [49]. However, it may sit at other places as the Chief Justice of the FCC determines with the President's approval [50]. This court is central to the new judicial ecosystem established by the amendment [51].