What does Article 227 require regarding the laws of Pakistan?
Correct answer: C. They must conform to the injunctions of Islam in the Quran and Sunnah
- A. They must be approved by referendum before becoming enforceable
- B. They must be approved by the Council of Islamic Ideology before enactment
- C. They must conform to the injunctions of Islam in the Quran and Sunnah
- D. They must be based only on customary law followed by the provinces
Explanation
Article 227 requires existing laws to be brought into conformity with the injunctions of Islam as laid down in the Quran and Sunnah, and no law may be enacted contrary to them. The Council of Islamic Ideology advises on this question but does not approve every bill.
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