Constitution of Pakistan (1973) - Download & Guide

Constitution of Pakistan (1973)

The supreme law governing the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

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Preamble

"Whereas sovereignty over the entire Universe belongs to Almighty Allah alone, and the authority to be exercised by the people of Pakistan within the limits prescribed by Him is a sacred trust..."

Structure of the Constitution

Below is the structural breakdown of the key parts and articles contained in the document.

Part I: Introductory Articles 1 - 6
  • Article 1 The Republic and its territories.
  • Article 2 Islam to be the State religion.
  • Article 6 High Treason: Any person who abrogates or subverts the Constitution shall be guilty of high treason.
Part II: Fundamental Rights Articles 7 - 40
  • Article 9 Security of Person: No person shall be deprived of life or liberty save in accordance with law.
  • Article 10-A Right to Fair Trial: A fundamental right for determination of civil rights and criminal charges.
  • Article 19 Freedom of Speech, expression, and press.
  • Article 25 Equality of Citizens: All citizens are equal before law.
Part III: The Federation Articles 41 - 100
  • Presidency Qualifications, election, and powers of the President (Art 41-49).
  • Parliament Composition of National Assembly and Senate (Art 50-89).
  • Federal Govt The Prime Minister and Cabinet (Art 90-100).
Part VII: The Judicature Articles 175 - 212
  • Article 175 Establishment and Jurisdiction of Courts.
  • Article 184(3) Suo Moto: Supreme Court's power to enforce fundamental rights.
  • Article 199 Writ Jurisdiction: High Court's power to issue orders against illegal state actions.