Which principles were to be observed according to the Constitution of 1956?

A. Federalism and Parliamentary System

B. Islamic Provisions and Fundamental Rights

C. Provincial Autonomy and Independence of Judiciary

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41.
Which principles were to be observed according to the Constitution of 1956?
Correct Answer: D. All of these
One-liner
The Constitution of 1956 incorporated All of these principles, including federalism, parliamentary system, Islamic provisions, fundamental rights, provincial autonomy, and independence of the judiciary.
42.
In Pre-1956, there were 54 subjects on the Provincial List. However, these subjects were increased in Post-1956 to_?
Correct Answer: B. 94
One-liner
In the 1956 Constitution, the Provincial List subjects were increased from 54 to 94.
43.
Pakistan became a Republic on ?
Correct Answer: C. 23rd March 1956
One-liner
Pakistan became a Republic on 23rd March 1956 when the first Constitution was enforced.
44.
Past Paper MCQ
Iskander Mirza became president on which date?
Correct Answer: D. 23 March 1956
One-liner
Iskander Mirza became the first President of Pakistan on 23 March 1956, when the country adopted its first constitution and transitioned from a Dominion to an Islamic Republic.
45.
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In the year _ Pakistan became an Islamic Republic.
Correct Answer: B. 1956
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Pakistan became an Islamic Republic in the year 1956 when the first Constitution was promulgated.
46.
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How many articles were there in the constitution of 1956?
Correct Answer: C. 234 Articles
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The Constitution of 1956 contained 234 Articles divided into 13 parts and 6 schedules.
47.
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Who was the Prime Minister of Pakistan during the enforcement of first constitution in 1956?
Correct Answer: C. Choudhry Mohammad Ali
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The Prime Minister of Pakistan during the enforcement of the first constitution in 1956 was Choudhry Mohammad Ali.

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