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Constitution of Pakistan MCQs on the 1973 Constitution, articles, amendments and institutions.
Questions on the Constitution are common in PPSC, FPSC and law-related tests. Learn the key articles and the main amendments.
Topics covered
1973 ConstitutionFundamental RightsParliamentJudiciaryAmendmentsEarlier Constitutions
Practice MCQs
1. When did the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan come into force?
- 23 March 1973
- 10 April 1973
- 14 August 1973
- 5 July 1973
Answer: C. 14 August 1973
It came into force on 14 August 1973.
It came into force on 14 August 1973.
2. What is the official name of the state under the 1973 Constitution?
- Republic of Pakistan
- Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- Federation of Pakistan
- Dominion of Pakistan
Answer: B. Islamic Republic of Pakistan
The state is called the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
The state is called the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
3. The Parliament of Pakistan consists of:
- The President, National Assembly and Senate
- Only the National Assembly
- Prime Minister and Cabinet
- Supreme Court and High Courts
Answer: A. The President, National Assembly and Senate
Parliament = President + National Assembly + Senate.
Parliament = President + National Assembly + Senate.
4. Which article declares Urdu as the national language?
- Article 25
- Article 251
- Article 6
- Article 62
Answer: B. Article 251
Article 251 deals with the national language.
Article 251 deals with the national language.
5. What is the minimum age to become President of Pakistan?
- 35 years
- 40 years
- 45 years
- 50 years
Answer: C. 45 years
A President must be at least 45 years old.
A President must be at least 45 years old.
6. The Eighteenth Amendment (2010) is mainly known for:
- Giving more powers to the provinces
- Ending the Senate
- Creating Pakistan
- Changing the flag
Answer: A. Giving more powers to the provinces
It increased provincial autonomy.
It increased provincial autonomy.
7. Who is the head of the Supreme Court of Pakistan?
- The President
- The Prime Minister
- The Chief Justice
- The Speaker
Answer: C. The Chief Justice
The Chief Justice heads the Supreme Court.
The Chief Justice heads the Supreme Court.
8. Article 6 of the Constitution deals with:
- High treason
- Taxes
- Education
- Elections
Answer: A. High treason
Article 6 defines high treason.
Article 6 defines high treason.
9. The term of the National Assembly is:
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
Answer: C. 5 years
It is five years, unless dissolved earlier.
It is five years, unless dissolved earlier.
10. Which body advises the government on Islamic matters?
- Federal Shariat Court
- Council of Islamic Ideology
- Senate
- Election Commission
Answer: B. Council of Islamic Ideology
The Council of Islamic Ideology is an advisory body.
The Council of Islamic Ideology is an advisory body.
11. Under which constitution did Pakistan first become an “Islamic Republic”?
- 1956
- 1962
- 1973
- Act of 1947
Answer: A. 1956
The 1956 Constitution made Pakistan an Islamic Republic.
The 1956 Constitution made Pakistan an Islamic Republic.
12. Fundamental Rights are given in which part of the 1973 Constitution?
- Part I
- Part II
- Part III
- Part IV
Answer: B. Part II
They are in Part II, Chapter 1.
They are in Part II, Chapter 1.
13. Article 25 guarantees:
- Equality of citizens
- Free healthcare
- Free travel
- Freedom from tax
Answer: A. Equality of citizens
Article 25 says all citizens are equal before the law.
Article 25 says all citizens are equal before the law.
14. Who presides over the Senate?
- The Prime Minister
- The Chairman of the Senate
- The Speaker
- The President
Answer: B. The Chairman of the Senate
The Chairman of the Senate presides over its sessions.
The Chairman of the Senate presides over its sessions.
15. How many provinces does Pakistan have?
- Three
- Four
- Five
- Six
Answer: B. Four
Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.