Explanation

• The National Assembly and Senate together are called Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) of Pakistan.
• It is the bicameral (two-house) legislature of Pakistan.
• The term Majlis-e-Shoora is mentioned in the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973.
• It makes laws, approves the budget, and represents the people and provinces.
• The Parliament consists of the President and two Houses.

Last verified on 25-06-2026

Explanation

• Name: Fahmida Mirza
• Tenure: 2008–2013
• Votes received: 249
• Opponent votes (Muhammad Israr Tareen): 70
• Party: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)

Additional information:

• The first Speaker of the National Assembly was Quid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

Last verified on 10-06-2026

Explanation

• Total Seats: 336
• General Seats: 272
• Women Reserved Seats: 60
• Non-Muslim Reserved Seats: 10
• National Assembly term = 5 years
• Lower House of Parliament = National Assembly

Last verified on 26-05-2026

Explanation

• In Pakistan, laws and bills are approved through the Parliament.
• The National Assembly is the lower house of Parliament and plays a major legislative role.
• Public welfare bills are discussed, debated, and passed there.

Last verified on 12-05-2026

Explanation

• The Majlis-e-Shura is the Parliament of Pakistan.

It consists of two houses:

1. National Assembly (Lower House - 336 Seats)
2. Senate (Upper House - 96 Seats)

It is the main legislative body that makes laws in Pakistan.

• Constitutional Article: Article 50 of the Constitution of Pakistan (1973)

Last verified on 10-05-2026