Under Article 2 of the Constitution of Pakistan, which status is expressly declared for Islam?
Correct answer: A. Islam is the State religion
- A. Islam is the State religion
- B. Islam is the sole source of legislation
- C. Islam is a provincial religion
- D. Islam is a matter of private belief only
Explanation
Article 2 declares Islam to be the State religion of Pakistan. This declaration does not mean that Islam is described as a provincial religion or that the article itself makes Islam the sole source of every law.
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