Explanation

• Article 179 of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 deals with the retirement age of judges.
• It states that a Judge of the Supreme Court shall hold office until the age of 65 years.
• This applies to all judges, including the Chief Justice of Pakistan.

Explanation

• As per Article 73(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973, a Money Bill is presented in the National Assembly.
• After presentation, a copy is transmitted to the Senate for recommendations.
• The Senate cannot reject or amend a Money Bill, only suggest changes.

Last updated on NS-16-April-2026

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Explanation

• The case The State vs Dosso was decided in 1958.
• At that time, the Chief Justice of Pakistan was Muhammad Munir.
• He authored the judgment and applied the Doctrine of Necessity.
• The decision validated the martial law imposed by General Ayub Khan.

Last updated on NS-16-April-2026

Explanation

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

It was passed by the Assembly on February 29, 1956

And remained the fundamental law of Pakistan until 1958.

It comprised 234 articles, 13 parts, and 6 schedules.

After nine years, Pakistan finally got its first constitution

Choudhry Mohammad Ali was the Prime Minister at that time 

However, the first constitution was abrogated Ayoub Khan enforced a new one in June 1962.

Explanation

• Sir Mian Abdul Rashid was the first Chief Justice of Pakistan.
• From June 27, 1949, to June 29, 1954
• Birth: 29 June 1889, Lahore
• Death: 6 November 1981, Islamabad (aged 92)
• Appointed By: Muhammad Ali Jinnah on August 15, 1947
• Awards: Knight Bachelor, Star of India, Hilal-e-Pakistan

Additional information:

• Longest-serving Chief Justice: Mohammad Haleem
• Shortest-serving Chief Justice: Muhammad Shahabuddin

Last updated by NA on 27 April 2026

Explanation

Amicus Curiae literally translated from Latin is "friend of the court."

It is plural is "amici curiae."

Generally, it is referencing a person or group who is not a party to an action, but has a strong interest in the matter.

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Constitution of 1973

Zulifqar Ali Bhutto introduced new constitution in Pakistan on August 14, 1973.

According to 1973 constitution, both national assembly and senate elect president for Pakistan whereas the prime minister is selected by national assembly.

Bicameral Legislature system was introduced for the first time in Pakistan in the constitution of 1973.

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1956 Constitution

March 23, 1956 by PM Chaudhry Mohammad Ali + GG Iskander Mirza

1962 Constitution

8th June 1962 by President Ayub Khan.

1973 Constitution

14th Aug 1973, by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto