Explanation

The first constitution of Pakistan was enforced on March 23, 1956

Additional information

List of the Constitution of Pakistan 1947 to date

First:   1956 Constitution

Explanation

• Pakistan officially became an Islamic Republic on March 23, 1956
• After nine years of efforts, Pakistan successfully framed a constitution.
• The Constituent Assembly adopted it on February 29, 1956.
• The constitution consisted of 234 articles divided into 13 parts and 6 schedules.
• March 23rd became Pakistan's Republic Day.

Explanation

• Pakistan became an "Islamic Republic" in its 1956 constitution.
• This constitution was the first to declare Pakistan as an Islamic Republic.
• It is reflecting the country's identity as a democratic state founded on the principles of Islam.

Additional information:

• The constitution was adopted on March 23, 1956.
• The 1956 Constitution was abrogated in 1958.
• When President Iskander Mirza imposed martial law and declared himself the Chief Martial Law Administrator.

Last verified on 23-03-2026

Explanation

Objectives Resolution (قراردادِ مقاصد)

• Adopted: 12 March 1949

• Adopting Body: Constituent Assembly of Pakistan

• Presented By: Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan

• Date of Presentation: 7 March 1949

• Total Members of Assembly: 75

• Members Supporting the Resolution: 21

• Minority Members: 10

• All amendments proposed by minority members were rejected.

• As a result, all 10 minority members voted against the resolution.

Last Updated on 12-01-2026

Explanation

• The Objectives Resolution (1949) serves as the guiding principle for all constitutions of Pakistan.
• It outlines that sovereignty belongs to Allah, and the state will enable Muslims to live according to Islamic principles while respecting minorities.
• It was passed by the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on 12 March 1949.

Last verified on 16-03-2026