Constitutional Law

The constitutional scheme of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 reflects that there is a Parliamentary system of government. For successful working of this type of government, a sound working relationship is required between the President and the Federal Cabinet at the federal level. In this context, what sort of constitutional mechanism has been provided in the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973? Explain your answer with arguments based on the relevant constitutional provisions.

The Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 speaks about the administrative relationship between the Federation and Provinces. This relationship strengthens the federal system in terms of cooperative federalism. How? Explain your viewpoint critically.

"If power is not to be abused, then it is necessary in the nature of things, that power be made a check to power". How far this viewpoint influenced the framing of the constitution of USA, 1789?

Pakistan is a federal republic, and as per requirement of federalism, the state's powers, namely, legislative, executive and judicial must be distributed between two tiers of government. Have these powers been distributed properly under the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973? If so, how? If not, what more is required?

The Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 asserts for upholding the independence of the judiciary. To maintain such independence, the procedure of appointment is of great concern. In this context, critically analyze, the constitutional mechanism as provided under Article 175-A for the appointment of judges of Supreme Court including Chief Justice of Pakistan.

The Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 provides fundamental rights comprehensively. Does the Constitution provide any constitutional mechanism for the enforcement of these rights through judicial review jurisdiction? Explain your viewpoint with reference to the relevant constitutional provisions.

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