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The Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973

The supreme law of Pakistan, setting out fundamental rights, the federal structure, the judiciary and the distribution of legislative powers.

Subject: Constitutional Year: 1973 Pages: 284 Reviewed: 12 Jan 2026

The supreme law of Pakistan, setting out fundamental rights, the federal structure, the judiciary and the distribution of legislative powers.

Key provisions

  • Articles 8-28 - Fundamental Rights
  • Article 184(3) - original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court
  • Article 185 - appellate jurisdiction
  • Article 199 - constitutional jurisdiction of High Courts
  • Fourth Schedule - Federal Legislative List

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