Lawmaking | MCQs

Explanation

Pakistan has three branches of government:

1. The Legislative Branch makes the laws.
2. The Executive Branch carries out the laws.
3. The Judiciary Branch evaluates and interprets the laws.

The Legislative Branch, or Parliament, has two houses: the National Assembly and the Senate

1. National Assembly: It makes laws for the federation and keeps a check over the Executive. 

2. The Senate is the body that represents the provinces and promotes a feeling of equality, peace, and harmony.

Explanation

A legislative system with two houses (e.g., Senate & National Assembly).

It provides checks and balances in law-making.

From 1947 to 1973, Pakistan had a unicameral legislature with only the National Assembly.

The 1973 Constitution introduced a bicameral system, adding the Senate alongside the National Assembly.

Explanation

The role of a Pakistan Senator is to:

1.       Represent the views of their state in the Senate

2.       Scrutinize the work of the Government

3.       Introduce and debate legislation

4.       Work on Senate Committees to analyse information from community organisations, lobby groups and members of the public on specific issues or legislation

5.       Present petitions; and,

6.       Make recommendations on the Financial Bill

Explanation

The Islamabad Healthcare Facilities Management Authority Bill, 2022 was passed by the Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services (NHS) on February 24, 2022.

The bill seeks to provide better management, supervision and administration of healthcare facilities in the jurisdiction of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).

Explanation

Explanation

All bills passed by the parliament of Pakistan are not approved until signed by President.