Constitution of 1973 MCQs Part 1

1. What is the official name of Pakistan as per the 1973 Constitution?
(A) Islamic Republic of Pakistan
(B) Republic of Pakistan
(C) State of Pakistan
(D) Federal Republic of Pakistan

2. According to the Constitution, sovereignty over the entire universe belongs to whom?
(A) The President
(B) The Parliament
(C) Allah Almighty
(D) The People of Pakistan

3. What is the territorial composition of Pakistan as defined in the Constitution?
(A) Only the provinces
(B) Provinces, Federal Capital, Federally Administered Areas
(C) Provinces and Tribal Areas only
(D) Provinces and Gilgit-Baltistan only

4. What is the guiding principle of governance in Pakistan under the Constitution?
(A) Democratic and secular system
(B) Military rule
(C) Democracy under Islamic principles
(D) Absolute monarchy

5. Which language is declared as the national language of Pakistan in the 1973 Constitution?
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6. Within how many years was the government required to make arrangements for Urdu to be used for official and other purposes?
(A) 5 years
(B) 10 years
(C) 15 years
(D) 20 years

7. What type of system is declared in Pakistan under the 1973 Constitution?
(A) Unitary
(B) Presidential
(C) Federal
(D) Military-led

8. What does the Constitution say about religion and law-making?
(A) Laws must be made according to the wishes of Parliament
(B) No law shall be made that is repugnant to Islam
(C) Laws will be based on international human rights standards
(D) Only Islamic laws will be recognized

9. What is the state religion of Pakistan as per the 1973 Constitution?
(A) Secularism
(B) Islam
(C) Hinduism
(D) Christianity

10. Which institution is responsible for ensuring that laws comply with Islamic principles?
(A) Parliament
(B) Supreme Court
(C) Federal Shariat Court
(D) Prime Minister’s Office

11. What does the Constitution say about minorities?
(A) They will not be given any rights
(B) They can practice their religion freely
(C) They must follow Islamic teachings
(D) They are not allowed to hold government positions

12. According to the Constitution, where does all power and authority in Pakistan originate from?
(A) The Prime Minister
(B) The Parliament
(C) The President
(D) Allah Almighty

13. Which language is permitted for official purposes alongside Urdu?
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14. What form of government is mandated by the Constitution of 1973?
(A) Dictatorship
(B) Monarchy
(C) Parliamentary democracy
(D) Military rule

15. What does the Constitution say about the rights of citizens?
(A) Citizens will have only Islamic rights
(B) Citizens will be given fundamental rights
(C) Rights will be determined by military authorities
(D) Only the Parliament will decide on rights

16. What is the role of Islam in the Constitution?
(A) It is only symbolic
(B) It is the basis of law and governance
(C) It is only for religious ceremonies
(D) It has no role in governance

17. Who is responsible for upholding the Constitution?
(A) Only the Supreme Court
(B) The President and Prime Minister
(C) All organs of the state
(D) The Army Chief

18. What does the Constitution say about democracy?
(A) It should be based on Western democracy
(B) It should follow the guidelines of the United Nations
(C) It should be in accordance with Islamic teachings
(D) It should be limited to major cities

19. According to the Constitution, what is the purpose of the state?
(A) To promote secularism
(B) To enforce socialism
(C) To ensure social justice and welfare based on Islam
(D) To implement dictatorship

20. What is the obligation of every citizen according to the Constitution?
(A) To follow only their personal beliefs
(B) To be loyal to the state and obey the law
(C) To follow only the provincial government
(D) To work under military supervision