Free Constitutional Law MCQs with Answers
377 Constitutional Law MCQs from Law and Constitution, each with the correct answer and a written explanation of why it is correct. Free and unlimited, with no account needed.
The Constitution defines the powers and relationships of the legislature, executive and judiciary, while establishing federalism, provincial autonomy and the legal framework of the state. Coverage includes fundamental rights, principles of policy, constitutional offices, judicial review, emergency provisions, elections and the procedure for constitutional amendments, with attention to Pakistan’s constitutional structure.
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- A. It forms a substantive part of the Constitution
- B. It serves only as a parliamentary preamble
- C. It operates as an ordinary federal statute
- D. It applies only to matters of foreign policy
Explanation: Article 2A makes the Objectives Resolution a substantive part of the Constitution.
Correct answer: It forms a substantive part of the Constitution- A. The Supreme Court of Pakistan
- B. The Federal Shariat Court
- C. The relevant Provincial Assembly
- D. The Council of Common Interests
Explanation: Article 185 gives the Supreme Court appellate jurisdiction over judgments, decrees, orders and sentences of High Courts, subject to…
Correct answer: The Supreme Court of Pakistan- A. Approval by that Provincial Assembly
- B. Approval by the concerned High Court
- C. Approval by the Council of Islamic Ideology
- D. Approval by the National Finance Commission
Explanation: Article 239 requires the concerned Provincial Assembly to pass the bill by a two-thirds majority before the amendment can proceed.
Correct answer: Approval by that Provincial Assembly- A. The President of Pakistan
- B. The Chief Justice of Pakistan
- C. The Prime Minister alone
- D. The Chairman of the Senate
Explanation: Article 233 authorizes the President to issue such an order during an emergency, subject to the constitutional procedure.
Correct answer: The President of Pakistan- A. Five years
- B. Four years
- C. Six years
- D. Seven years
Explanation: Article 215 provides a five-year term for the Chief Election Commissioner.
Correct answer: Five years- A. Five years
- B. Four years
- C. Three years
- D. Six years
Explanation: Under Article 107, a Provincial Assembly continues for five years from its first meeting unless it is sooner dissolved.
Correct answer: Five years- A. The Attorney-General for Pakistan
- B. The Auditor-General of Pakistan
- C. The Chief Election Commissioner
- D. The Chairman of the Council of Islamic Ideology
Explanation: Article 57 gives the Attorney-General the right to speak and otherwise take part in proceedings of either House and their committees…
Correct answer: The Attorney-General for Pakistan- 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…
Correct answer: Islam is the State religion- A. The President, National Assembly and Senate
- B. The Prime Minister, Senate and Supreme Court
- C. The President, Cabinet and National Assembly
- D. The Senate, Provincial Assemblies and President
Explanation: Article 50 defines Parliament as consisting of the President and two Houses, namely the National Assembly and the Senate.
Correct answer: The President, National Assembly and Senate- A. The Federal Government
- B. The Supreme Court of Pakistan
- C. The Election Commission of Pakistan
- D. The Council of Islamic Ideology
Explanation: Article 29 requires the Federal Government to prepare and lay the relevant annual report before Parliament.
Correct answer: The Federal Government- A. The Prime Minister
- B. The President
- C. The Chief Justice of Pakistan
- D. The Attorney-General for Pakistan
Explanation: The President may seek the Supreme Court's advisory opinion on a question of law of public importance.
Correct answer: The President- A. It may be reviewed by any High Court
- B. Its validity cannot be questioned in any court
- C. It requires approval by the Supreme Court
- D. It expires after the next general election
Explanation: Article 239(5) states that no amendment of the Constitution can be questioned in any court on any ground.
Correct answer: Its validity cannot be questioned in any court- 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.
Correct answer: The financial stability or credit of Pakistan is threatened- A. Thirty-five years
- B. Forty years
- C. Forty-five years
- D. Fifty years
Explanation: Article 41 requires a presidential candidate to be at least 45 years old, besides meeting other constitutional qualifications.
Correct answer: Forty-five years55. Who serves as the Chairman of the Council of Common Interests under the Constitution of Pakistan?
- A. The President of Pakistan
- B. The Prime Minister of Pakistan
- C. The Chief Justice of Pakistan
- D. The Chairman of the Senate
Explanation: The Prime Minister chairs the Council of Common Interests under Article 153.
Correct answer: The Prime Minister of Pakistan- A. Seven days
- B. Fourteen days
- C. Twenty-one days
- D. Thirty days
Explanation: Under Article 73, the Senate may make recommendations on a Money Bill within fourteen days.
Correct answer: Fourteen days- A. The right to privacy
- B. The right to fair trial and due process
- C. The right to information
- D. The right to education
Explanation: Article 10A guarantees the right to a fair trial and due process for the determination of civil rights and obligations or criminal…
Correct answer: The right to fair trial and due process- A. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan
- B. The Supreme Judicial Council
- C. The Federal Shariat Court
- D. The Council of Common Interests
Explanation: The Supreme Judicial Council examines whether a judge is incapable of performing duties or has been guilty of misconduct.
Correct answer: The Supreme Judicial Council- A. The inviolability of the dignity of man
- B. The secrecy of political party funds
- C. The independence of the Election Commission
- D. The immunity of ministers from prosecution
Explanation: Article 14 declares the dignity of man inviolable and also protects the privacy of home, subject to law.
Correct answer: The inviolability of the dignity of man- A. To nominate a caretaker government
- B. To account for the source of its funds according to law
- C. To contest every general election
- D. To obtain approval from the Senate for its manifesto
Explanation: Article 17(3) requires every political party to account for the source of its funds in accordance with law.
Correct answer: To account for the source of its funds according to law