Pakistan Judiciary | MCQs

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

Explanation

The highest court of justice in Pakistan is the Supreme Court of Pakistan.

It has the ultimate authority in judicial matters and oversees the constitutionality of laws and decisions.

Explanation

Sir Syed Khan Ahmed became chief judge in 1846.

In 1838, Syed Ahmad entered the service of East India Company and went on to become a judge at a Small Causes Court in 1867, retiring from 1876. 

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• Got Knowledge From Farid Ud Din (Maternal-grandfather – Ex Mughal Pm)

• Joined Gov’t In 1839  => Clerical Job naib munshi (administrative assistant)

• Promoted As Sub-judge 1841

• Transferred To Delhi  Chief Judge In 1846 

• Member Of Imperial Council 1886

• Aligarh Movement Objective:

• 1. Modern Education For Muslims To Compete Hindus 

• 2. Cooperation With The British Government

• Established:

• 1. Schools   • Muradabad (1859)  • Ghazipur (1863)

• 2. Scientific Society At Gahazipur (1864)

• 3. Muhammadan Educational Conference 1866

• 4. Muhammadan Anglo-oriental College =>
• Mao High School was Established in 1875
• Got Status Of College 1877  
• Status Of University 1920

Explanation

Explanation

In Pakistan's political and judicial history, PCO stands for Provincial Constitutional Order.

It issued during military regimes to suspend or amend the constitution, often affecting the judiciary.

Explanation

The Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in Pakistan.

It has the power to interpret the Constitution and ensure laws follow constitutional principles.

Under the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan, the Prime Minister is the Head of Government.

The President serves as the Head of State with a ceremonial role.

Explanation

Suman Bodani (Suman Kumari) becomes Pakistan’s first female judge from the Hindu community. Suman, who hails from Qambar-Shahdadkot, will serve in her native district. This is not the first time that a person from the Hindu community has been appointed as a judge. The first judge from the Hindu community was Justice Rana Bhagwandas, who served as the acting chief justice for brief periods between 2005 and 2007.

Explanation

Explanation

Justice Asif Saeed Khosa became the 26th Chief Justice of Pakistan.

He took oath on 18th January 2019 and served till 20th December 2019.