Under Article 235 of the Constitution of Pakistan, a financial emergency may be proclaimed when which situation exists?
Correct answer: B. The financial stability or credit of Pakistan is threatened
- A. A province fails to pass its annual budget
- B. The financial stability or credit of Pakistan is threatened
- C. The State Bank changes its monetary policy
- D. Parliament cannot approve a taxation bill
Explanation
Article 235 applies when the financial stability or credit of Pakistan, or any part of it, is threatened. A disagreement over a budget or a change in monetary policy does not by itself create a constitutional financial emergency.
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