Table of Contents
Why was the 1956 constitution delayed?
In contrast to what East Pakistan representatives felt, the West Pakistani politicians did not want a dominant East Pakistan in the central Assembly. Consequently, no agreement was reached and the constitution-making process was delayed.
Which was the main difficulty which delayed the constitution making in Pakistan?
THEINFOBIA
| Question | What was the main difficulty which delayed the early constitution making in Pakistan; |
|---|---|
| 1. | Exact nature of the state |
| 2. | Lack of interest among members of the constituent assembly |
| 3. | The distribution of powers between federal and provincial governments |
| 4. | corrupt administration |
When did Pakistan frame its first constitution?
1956
Pakistan’s first constitution was enacted by the Constituent Assembly in 1956. It followed the form of the 1935 act, allowing the president far-reaching powers to suspend federal and provincial parliamentary government (emphasizing the viceregal tradition of British India).
Who wrote first constitution of Pakistan?
In 1950, Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan authored the first annexe that would pave a path to the drafting of the Constitution. Elected in 1947, the first Constituent Assembly drafted and adopted its first constitution in 1956.
Who made the first Constitution?
James Madison is known as the Father of the Constitution because of his pivotal role in the document’s drafting as well as its ratification. Madison also drafted the first 10 amendments — the Bill of Rights.
Who is the father of Pakistan Constitution?
Mohammed Ali Jinnah, also called Qaid-i-Azam (Arabic: “Great Leader”), (born December 25, 1876?, Karachi, India [now in Pakistan]—died September 11, 1948, Karachi), Indian Muslim politician, who was the founder and first governor-general (1947–48) of Pakistan.
When was first martial law imposed in Pakistan?
The 1958 Pakistani coup d’état refers to the events between October 7, when the President of Pakistan Iskander Mirza abrogated the Constitution of Pakistan and declared martial law, and October 27, when Mirza himself was deposed by Gen. Ayub Khan, the Commander-in-Chief of the Pakistan Army.
Who was the prime minister of Pakistan at the time of first Constitution?
| Prime Minister of Pakistan | |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years, renewable |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Pakistan |
| Inaugural holder | Liaquat Ali Khan (1947–1951) |
| Formation | 14 August 1947 |