Council of Common Interest | MCQs

Explanation

The Prime Minister of Pakistan is the Chairman of the Council of Common Interests (CCI).

The CCI is a constitutional body established under Article 153 of the 1973 Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

The CCI's other members are:

• The four Provincial Chief Ministers
• Three members nominated by the Prime Minister, usually Cabinet members

Explanation

According to the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan, the Council of Common Interests (CCI) comprises:

• The Prime Minister of Pakistan (as chairperson)
• The Chief Ministers of the provinces (Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan)
• The Governors of the provinces (as members)

However, the Prime Minister is not a member of the CCI.

Explanation

The Council of Common Interests (CCI) in Pakistan consists of seven members, including the Prime Minister as the chairperson, four provincial Chief Ministers, and three members from the federal government.

It addresses inter-provincial and federal-provincial matters.

President Dr Arif Alvi on May 13, 2022 approved the reconstitution of the Council of Common Interests (CCI) under Article 153 of the Constitution, which would be headed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Explanation

Explanation

The Council of Common Interests (CCI) is a constitutional body established under Article 153 of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973.

Explanation

The Council of Common Interests was formed under 1973 Constitution of Pakistan. Until 2010 the body worked under Cabinet Division. After the passing of the 18th amendment the body was transferred to the Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination on 4 March 2010.