Constitutional Law CSS Paper 1992

FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR
RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN BPS-17 UNDER
THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1992
Constitutional Law

Maximum Marks: 100 Time Allowed: 3 Hours

Note: Answer any FIVE questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1 The British Prime Minister appears to be enjoying a more powerful position than that of the President of the United States, although it is generally believed that the American President is the most powerful Chief Executive in the World Comment.

2 The breach of a convention would, ultimately, lead to the breach of law itself. It is precisely this reason which has contributed to the successful working of the unwritten constitution of Britain Discuss.

3 “Separation of powers” lies at the basis of the U.S. Constitution. To what extent has the doctrine of separation of power been incorporated into the U.S. Constitution? Explain.

4 Examine briefly the importance of the “first ten amendments” in the Constitution of the United States

5 The 8th Amendment in the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan so tar as it relates to the powers of the President, has virtually put the President in full command. Comment and elaborate.

6 Federalism is better ensured in the Pakistan Constitution than it is in the Indian Constitution. Do you agree with this view? Discuss.

7 What are the salient features of the Indian Constitution? Explain.

8 It is easier to amend the Constitution of Pakistan than to amend the Constitution of India. Compare the provisions relating to amendments in the two Constitutions.