Constitutional Law KP PMS Paper 2010

KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION N.W.F.P PESHAWAR

COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR PROVISIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICE

Paper: Constitutional Law 2010

Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 100

Note: Attempt any five questions.

Q. 1. Fundamental Rights in the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan are the most important rights granted to the citizens of Pakistan. However, these can be suspended during the proclamation of an emergency. Explain the significance of fundamental rights in the 1973 Constitution. [20]

Q. 2. It has been repeatedly decided by the Superior Courts in Pakistan that Parliament cannot change the salient features of the 1973 Constitution. Discuss the significance of the salient features of the 1973 Constitution. [20]

Q. 3. Discuss the Islamic Provisions in the 1973 Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. [20]

Q. 4. Discuss the separation of powers under the U.S. Constitution. [20]

Q. 5. What is meant by the “Basic Structure doctrine’ under the Indian Constitution’? [20]

Q. 6. The United Kingdom’s Parliament is considered as ‘Omni Potent’ but practically there are many limitations on its legislative powers. Discuss the limitations on Its legislative powers. [20]

Q. 7. Discuss the changes brought about by the Human Rights Act 1998 to the constitutional mechanism of the United Kingdom. [20]

Q. 8. Discuss how the constitution of the then U.S.S.R. attempted to achieve the fundamental “From each according to his ability to each according to his need.” [20]