Explanation

This falls under the Principles of Policy (Directive Principles), not enforceable as a Fundamental Right.

Fundamental Rights include fair trial, security of person, freedom of trade/profession, etc., but not this.

Explanation

The fundamental right of fair trial and due process under Article 10-A of the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 is available at all stages of proceedings, including:

• Lodging of complaint,
• Service of summons,
• Framing of charge and institution of suit,
• Trial stage,
• Appellate stage,
• And any other stage where the rights of an individual are determined by a court or tribunal.

Explanation

Under the 1973 Constitution, AJK is not formally a province or territory of Pakistan but is administered separately with its own constitution and government.

Gwadar, Tribal Areas (now merged with KP), and Islamabad Capital Territory are officially part of Pakistan.

Explanation

The deadlock was mainly due to the issue of parity between East and West Pakistan.

The One Unit scheme (1955) merged West Pakistan provinces, giving equal representation to both wings, thus ending the deadlock.

Explanation

Articles 8 to 28 of the 1973 Constitution guarantee Fundamental Rights of citizens.

These include rights like equality, freedom of speech, religion, fair trial, and protection of life.

Explanation

Under Article 186 of the Constitution of Pakistan, the Supreme Court has advisory jurisdiction.

The President can refer questions of law or public importance to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion.

Explanation

A Judge of the Supreme Court can hold his office until the age of 65 years

This age was decided in the 6th amendment of the Constitution.

Additional information

Supreme Court comprises 17 Judges 

High Court Judge can hold his office until 62 years. 

Explanation

Retirement age of High Court Judge is: 62 years.

The retirement age of Supreme Court Judge is: 65 years.

Unless he sooner resigns or is removed from office in accordance with the Constitution.

Explanation

The Constitution provides five writs:

1. Habeas Corpus
2. Mandamus
3. Prohibition
4. Certiorari
5. Quo Warranto

These writs protect fundamental rights and ensure judicial control over authorities.

Explanation

The Prime Minister is the Chief Executive who heads and exercises the authority of the Government of Pakistan.

After obtaining a vote of confidence, the Prime Minister is invited by the President to take the oath of office and form the government.

Term 5 years.