The power of judicial review in Pakistan is derived from which article of the Constitution?
a) Article 8
b) Article 175
c) Article 199
d) Article 187
Which of the following is a key function of judicial review in the constitutional framework of Pakistan?
a) To review executive orders
b) To amend the Constitution
c) To supervise the legislature
d) To examine the constitutionality of laws
Which of the following cases established the doctrine of judicial review in Pakistan?
a) Zafar Ali Shah Case
b) Benazir Bhutto Case
c) Asma Jilani Case
d) Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry Case
Who has the authority to declare a law unconstitutional in Pakistan?
a) The President
b) The Prime Minister
c) The Supreme Court
d) The Chief Justice
What is the primary purpose of constitutional amendments in Pakistan?
a) To change the form of government
b) To add or change provisions in the Constitution
c) To dissolve the National Assembly
d) To alter the legal framework of judiciary
Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan deals with the amendment procedure?
a) Article 59
b) Article 61
c) Article 238
d) Article 239
Which body is responsible for proposing constitutional amendments in Pakistan?
a) The President
b) The National Assembly
c) The Senate
d) Both the National Assembly and Senate
Which of the following is required for a constitutional amendment to be passed in Pakistan?
a) A two-thirds majority in the National Assembly
b) A simple majority in both houses
c) A two-thirds majority in both houses
d) A presidential decree
Which of the following is a limitation on judicial review in Pakistan?
a) The Court cannot review presidential decisions
b) The Court cannot review the actions of the military
c) The Court cannot declare amendments to the Constitution invalid
d) The Court can only review administrative orders
Which of the following is true about constitutional amendments in Pakistan?
a) Amendments can be made only by the military government
b) Amendments must always be approved by a referendum
c) Amendments must be passed by a two-thirds majority in Parliament
d) Amendments can only be proposed by the President
Which case declared the Constitution of Pakistan to be the supreme law of the land?
a) Zafar Ali Shah Case
b) Pakistan Lawyers Forum Case
c) Nawaz Sharif Case
d) Sindh High Court Bar Association Case
Which principle allows the judiciary to invalidate laws or actions deemed unconstitutional?
a) Judicial supremacy
b) Judicial review
c) Constitutional review
d) Legislative review
Who exercises the power of judicial review under the Constitution of Pakistan?
a) The President
b) The Prime Minister
c) The Supreme Court
d) The High Courts
In which case was it held that Parliament has the power to amend any part of the Constitution, except for the basic structure?
a) Benazir Bhutto Case
b) Zia-ul-Haq Case
c) Nawaz Sharif Case
d) Judges’ Case
What is the maximum time allowed for the President to approve or return an amendment bill?
a) 30 days
b) 60 days
c) 90 days
d) 120 days
Which article in the Constitution of Pakistan states that no amendment shall alter the Islamic character of the country?
a) Article 239
b) Article 2A
c) Article 227
d) Article 3
Which of the following is the primary function of judicial review in the context of constitutional amendments?
a) To assess the validity of the amendment process
b) To ensure the Constitution’s original intent is followed
c) To prevent any changes to the Constitution
d) To regulate the functioning of the legislature
Which institution can challenge a constitutional amendment in Pakistan?
a) The President
b) The High Courts
c) The National Assembly
d) The Supreme Court
What is the role of judicial review in Pakistan’s constitutional amendments?
a) To approve the amendments before they are passed
b) To examine whether the amendments align with the Constitution’s basic structure
c) To suggest amendments
d) To restrict amendments to specific areas
What does Article 8 of the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan deal with?
a) The power of judicial review
b) The fundamental rights of citizens
c) The amendment process
d) The power of the President
Which of the following is true regarding the amending power of the Parliament in Pakistan?
a) Parliament cannot amend fundamental rights
b) Parliament can amend the Constitution with a simple majority
c) Parliament can amend the Constitution with a two-thirds majority
d) Parliament requires a presidential order to amend the Constitution
What is the consequence if a law passed by the legislature is found to be unconstitutional during judicial review?
a) It becomes void and ineffective
b) It is sent back for revision
c) It is reviewed by the President
d) It remains in force until amended
Which of the following is a key feature of judicial review in Pakistan?
a) It is only applicable to executive actions
b) It allows courts to check the validity of laws passed by Parliament
c) It can only be invoked by the government
d) It can be used to amend the Constitution
In which case did the Supreme Court of Pakistan rule that the judicial review process is an essential part of the Constitution?
a) Nawaz Sharif Case
b) Zafar Ali Shah Case
c) Al-Jehad Trust Case
d) Judges’ Case
Which body has the exclusive right to amend the Constitution of Pakistan?
a) The President
b) The Parliament
c) The Supreme Court
d) The Provincial Assemblies
Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan allows for the imposition of an emergency and its effects on constitutional provisions?
a) Article 239
b) Article 232
c) Article 245
d) Article 226
In Pakistan, who has the final authority on constitutional interpretation during judicial review?
a) The President
b) The Parliament
c) The Prime Minister
d) The Supreme Court
