Which kind of system of Government was introduced by the 1962 constitution?

A. Autonomous
B. Presidential
C. Bicameral
D. Confederate

The 1962 Constitution of Pakistan introduced a presidential system of government with a unicameral legislature. The constitution also established a federal state with provincial assemblies.

Key features of the 1962 Constitution:

• Federal structure: The constitution established a federal state with a central government and provincial assemblies.
• Powers of the central government: The central government’s powers were enumerated in the Federal List.
• Powers of the provinces: The provinces were given the remaining powers to meet their demand for autonomy.
• President’s powers: The president was given more powers and was in control of the provincial executive.
• Islamic Ideology Council: The constitution strengthened the Islamic Ideology Council.
• Advisory Council of Islamic Ideology: The president was given the power to appoint members of the Advisory Council of Islamic Ideology.

History of the 1962 Constitution

• The 1962 Constitution was drafted by a Constitution Commission appointed by the military government in 1960.
• The 1962 Constitution was abrogated in 1969 due to the imposition of martial law.