- The 1973 Constitution of Pakistan is the third constitution in the country's history.
- It was approved by the National Assembly on 10 April 1973.
- The constitution came into force on 14 August 1973.
- It was drafted during the government of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
- It established a parliamentary system of government in Pakistan.
- It has 280 Articles and 7 Schedules.
Additional information: 1956 Constitution – First Constitution - 234 Articles, 13 Parts, 6 Schedules
- Declared Pakistan an Islamic Republic.
1962 Constitution – Second Constitution - 250 Articles, 12 Parts, 3 Schedules
- Introduced a Presidential system.
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