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Question 1: The Contract Act in Pakistan was enacted in:

  • A 1860
  • B 1947
  • C 1898
  • D 1872

Explanation: The Contract Act dates from 1872. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 2: The Qanun-e-Shahadat Order, governing evidence, was enacted in:

  • A 1973
  • B 1984
  • C 1998
  • D 1860

Explanation: It replaced the Evidence Act in 1984. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 3: Article 6 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A High treason
  • B Fundamental rights
  • C Federal capital
  • D National language

Explanation: Subverting the Constitution is high treason under Article 6. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 4: Articles 62 and 63 relate to:

  • A Fundamental rights
  • B Powers of the President
  • C Qualifications and disqualifications of parliamentarians
  • D Judicial review

Explanation: They set eligibility conditions for members of Parliament. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 5: Article 184 deals with:

  • A Jurisdiction of High Courts
  • B Election Commission
  • C Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court
  • D Federal Shariat Court

Explanation: Article 184 gives the Supreme Court original jurisdiction. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 6: Article 199 empowers which courts to issue writs?

  • A Supreme Court only
  • B High Courts
  • C Federal Shariat Court
  • D District Courts

Explanation: Article 199 governs High Court jurisdiction. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 7: Article 41 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A The Prime Minister
  • B The Senate
  • C The National Assembly
  • D The President of Pakistan

Explanation: It sets out the office and qualifications of the President. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 8: Article 63A deals with:

  • A Fundamental rights
  • B Judicial appointments
  • C Powers of the Senate
  • D Disqualification on grounds of defection

Explanation: It concerns defection of members from their parties. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 9: Article 175 deals with:

  • A Freedom of speech
  • B Elections
  • C Establishment and jurisdiction of courts
  • D Armed forces

Explanation: It establishes the judiciary's structure. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 10: Article 227 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A Fundamental rights
  • B Provisions relating to the Holy Quran and Sunnah
  • C Federal capital
  • D Armed forces

Explanation: It requires laws to conform to Islamic injunctions. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 11: Fundamental Rights are contained in which part of the Constitution?

  • A Part II, Chapter 1
  • B Part I
  • C Part V
  • D Part III

Explanation: Chapter 1 of Part II lists Fundamental Rights. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 12: The Principles of Policy are contained in:

  • A Part II, Chapter 1
  • B Part II, Chapter 2
  • C Part IV
  • D Part I

Explanation: Chapter 2 of Part II sets out the Principles of Policy. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 13: Into how many Parts is the Constitution of Pakistan divided?

  • A 8
  • B 12
  • C 14
  • D 10

Explanation: The 1973 Constitution has 12 Parts. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 14: The Pakistan Penal Code was originally enacted in:

  • A 1973
  • B 1898
  • C 1947
  • D 1860

Explanation: It dates from 1860 and was drafted under Macaulay. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 15: Section 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code deals with:

  • A Kidnapping
  • B Theft
  • C Qatl-i-amd (intentional murder)
  • D Cheating

Explanation: Section 302 punishes intentional murder. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 16: Section 379 of the Pakistan Penal Code deals with:

  • A Cheating
  • B Theft
  • C Murder
  • D Robbery

Explanation: Section 379 prescribes punishment for theft. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 17: Section 420 of the Pakistan Penal Code deals with:

  • A Cheating
  • B Forgery
  • C Murder
  • D Theft

Explanation: Section 420 covers cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 18: Which court tries terrorism-related cases in Pakistan?

  • A Banking Court
  • B Revenue Court
  • C Family Court
  • D Anti-Terrorism Court

Explanation: Anti-Terrorism Courts try scheduled offences. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 19: Qisas and Diyat relate to:

  • A Islamic criminal law for murder and bodily harm
  • B Contract law
  • C Company law
  • D Tax law

Explanation: They are retribution and blood-money provisions. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 20: Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code is used to:

  • A Register a case
  • B Issue prohibitory orders to maintain order
  • C Arrest without warrant
  • D Grant bail

Explanation: It empowers authorities to restrict gatherings. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 21: An FIR is registered under which section of the Code of Criminal Procedure?

  • A Section 144
  • B Section 154
  • C Section 497
  • D Section 302

Explanation: Section 154 CrPC covers information in cognizable cases. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 22: Section 497 of the Code of Criminal Procedure deals with:

  • A Bail in non-bailable offences
  • B Appeals
  • C Search warrants
  • D Registration of FIR

Explanation: It governs bail in non-bailable offences. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 23: Article 25 of the Constitution of Pakistan guarantees:

  • A Freedom of speech
  • B Equality of citizens
  • C Right to property
  • D Freedom of religion

Explanation: Article 25 declares that all citizens are equal before law and entitled to equal protection of law. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 24: Which Article, inserted by the 18th Amendment, guarantees the right to information?

  • A Article 10A
  • B Article 19A
  • C Article 25A
  • D Article 9

Explanation: Article 19A gives citizens the right to access information in matters of public importance. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 25: Article 9 of the Constitution of Pakistan deals with:

  • A Freedom of speech
  • B Security of person
  • C Right to property
  • D Freedom of movement

Explanation: Article 9 protects life and liberty. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 26: Article 10A of the Constitution guarantees:

  • A Right to fair trial
  • B Right to information
  • C Equality of citizens
  • D Right to education

Explanation: Article 10A was inserted by the 18th Amendment. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 27: Article 14 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A Inviolability of dignity of man
  • B Freedom of association
  • C Equality of citizens
  • D Freedom of trade

Explanation: Article 14 protects human dignity and privacy of home. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 28: Article 19 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A Right to property
  • B Right to education
  • C Freedom of movement
  • D Freedom of speech

Explanation: It guarantees freedom of speech, subject to reasonable restrictions. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 29: Article 20 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A Freedom to profess religion
  • B Right to property
  • C Right to fair trial
  • D Freedom of speech

Explanation: It guarantees freedom to profess and practise religion. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 30: Article 25A of the Constitution guarantees:

  • A Right to information
  • B Right to education
  • C Right to property
  • D Right to fair trial

Explanation: It guarantees free and compulsory education for ages 5 to 16. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 31: Article 17 of the Constitution guarantees:

  • A Freedom of religion
  • B Freedom of speech
  • C Freedom of association
  • D Right to property

Explanation: It protects the right to form associations and unions. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 32: Article 15 of the Constitution guarantees:

  • A Right to education
  • B Freedom of speech
  • C Freedom of association
  • D Freedom of movement

Explanation: It protects the right to move freely throughout Pakistan. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 33: Article 24 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A Protection of property rights
  • B Equality of citizens
  • C Freedom of speech
  • D Freedom of trade

Explanation: It protects against compulsory acquisition of property. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 34: Article 4 of the Constitution deals with:

  • A Security of person
  • B Right of individuals to be dealt with in accordance with law
  • C Right to education
  • D Freedom of speech

Explanation: It guarantees protection of law to every person. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 35: Who administers the oath of office to the President of Pakistan?

  • A Chief Justice of Pakistan
  • B Speaker of the National Assembly
  • C Prime Minister
  • D Chairman Senate

Explanation: The Chief Justice administers the President's oath. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 36: What is the retirement age of a Supreme Court judge in Pakistan?

  • A 62 years
  • B 65 years
  • C 68 years
  • D 60 years

Explanation: Supreme Court judges retire at 65. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 37: The Federal Shariat Court was established in:

  • A 1973
  • B 1990
  • C 1980
  • D 1956

Explanation: It was created in 1980 to examine laws for Islamic conformity. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 38: 'Actus non facit reum nisi mens sit rea' means:

  • A Ignorance of law is no excuse
  • B An act is not guilty unless the mind is guilty
  • C Let the buyer beware
  • D Hear the other side

Explanation: It states the need for criminal intent. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 39: 'Ignorantia juris non excusat' means:

  • A Guilty mind
  • B Ignorance of the law is no excuse
  • C Hear the other side
  • D The thing speaks for itself

Explanation: A person cannot escape liability by claiming ignorance. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 40: 'Audi alteram partem' means:

  • A Hear the other side
  • B Guilty mind
  • C Beyond powers
  • D Under consideration

Explanation: It is a principle of natural justice. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 41: 'Nemo judex in causa sua' means:

  • A A matter already decided
  • B No one should be a judge in his own cause
  • C Beyond powers
  • D Hear the other side

Explanation: It prohibits bias. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 42: 'Res judicata' means:

  • A A matter under trial
  • B A legal document
  • C A guilty act
  • D A matter already judged

Explanation: A decided matter cannot be re-litigated. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 43: 'Sub judice' means:

  • A Under judicial consideration
  • B Beyond power
  • C Already decided
  • D Guilty mind

Explanation: A sub judice matter is pending before a court. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 44: 'Ultra vires' means:

  • A Guilty mind
  • B Within powers
  • C Hear the other side
  • D Beyond one's legal powers

Explanation: An ultra vires act exceeds authority. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 45: 'Mens rea' means:

  • A Guilty mind
  • B Innocent mind
  • C Legal right
  • D Guilty act

Explanation: It refers to criminal intent. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 46: Which writ is issued against illegal detention?

  • A Mandamus
  • B Certiorari
  • C Habeas corpus
  • D Quo warranto

Explanation: Habeas corpus orders that a detained person be produced before the court to test the legality of detention. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 47: The writ of 'Mandamus' is issued to:

  • A Quash a lower court order
  • B Question a person's authority
  • C Command a public official to perform a duty
  • D Free a detained person

Explanation: Mandamus means 'we command'. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 48: The writ of 'Certiorari' is issued to:

  • A Quash the decision of a lower court
  • B Command a duty
  • C Free a detained person
  • D Question authority

Explanation: It transfers the record for review. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 49: The writ of 'Quo warranto' asks:

  • A By what authority one holds a public office
  • B Who is detained
  • C Who is guilty
  • D Where is the case

Explanation: It challenges a person's right to an office. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

Question 50: The writ of 'Prohibition' is issued to:

  • A Stop a lower court from exceeding its jurisdiction
  • B Order a public duty
  • C Release a detainee
  • D Quash an order

Explanation: It prevents a court from acting beyond its authority. Useful for: PMS, FIA, Police, PPSC.

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