Explanation

Under the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan, the President is elected by an Electoral College consisting of the:

• National Assembly
• Senate
• Provincial Assemblies (Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan)

Constitution Introduced: 14 August 1973

• President's Term: 5 years
• Minimum Age for President: 45 years

Last verified on 26-07-2026

Explanation

• An FIR (First Information Report) is the first formal report of a cognizable offence to police.
• In Pakistan, FIR registration is governed by the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) 1898.
• Section 154 specifically deals with recording an FIR.
• It applies when police receive information about a cognizable offence.
• FIR is the starting point of criminal investigation.

Last verified on 11-05-2026

Explanation

• Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad means “Elimination of Strife (جھگڑے کا خاتمہ)”.
• It was launched on 22 February 2017 in Pakistan.
• The operation was initiated under Qamar Javed Bajwa.
• Its main aim was to eliminate terrorism and ensure lasting peace.
• It is a nationwide security operation.

Last verified on 20-04-2026

Explanation

• As per Section 205(1) Cr.P.C 1898, the provision relates to dispensing with personal attendance of the accused.
• It states that whenever a Magistrate issues a summons, he may allow representation through a pleader.
• This is done when the Magistrate finds sufficient reasons.

Last updated by NS on 16-April-2026

Explanation

• As per Section 167(6) Cr.P.C 1898, provisions relate to custody and investigation.
• The officer in charge of the prison has specific duties regarding access.
• He must make arrangements for the admission of the investigating officer.
• This is for the purpose of interrogating the accused in custody.

Last updated by NS on 16-April-2026