(ix) How many members are there in the Parliament of Pakistan?

Ans: Parliament consists of two houses viz. the Senate and the National Assembly. The total numbers of members of the Parliament (Majlis-s Shoora) is 446 (members of the Senate are 104 and members of the National Assembly are 342). Related Questions: Explain the initiatives taken by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto after assuming power in hands. When … Read more

(vill) What is meant by Bicameral Legislature?

Ans: The Parliament consists of two houses viz. the Upper House and the Lower House. The Upper House is called Senate and the lower house is named as National Assembly. That is why, it is called Bicameral Legislature. Related Questions: Explain the initiatives taken by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto after assuming power in hands. When did … Read more

(vii) Write any five Islamic provisions of the Constitution of 19737

Ans: Islamic provisions in the constitution of 1973 are as follow. Islam has been declared as the state religion. 2. It has been declared essential for the President and the Prime Minister to be Muslims. 3. The official name of the state is ‘Islamic Republic of Pakistan’, 4. It encourages the practice of the Islamic … Read more

(vi) Write any two negative impacts of nationalization on industry,

Ans:Two negative impacts of nationalization on industry are as under: Since the industries came under government control, the capitalists set up only few industries in Pakistan, due to which the industrial development was slowed down. By taking the control of industrial units, the governmen expenditure increased tremendously. 2. The labour unions took advantage of the … Read more

iv.Write any two positive impacts of nationalization on intiustry.

Ans: Two positive impacts of nationalization on industry: Due to the Labour Reforms of 1972, the exploitation of the labourers was ended. Their salaries and other benefits were increased. 2. The industrial institutions began to pay all necessary (taxes (to the government. Related Questions: Explain the initiatives taken by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto after assuming power … Read more

(iv) Write any two points of Labour Policy of 1972.

Ans: Two points from Bhutto’s New Labour Policy of 11972 are as follow: The representatives of the labourers were now the part of the administrative committee which was responsible to run the affairs of the factory. 2. A bonus was to be paid annually equivalent to one salary. (in case of increase in ne production, … Read more

(iii) Why industries were nationalized in Bhutto’s regime?

Ans: By 1971, 60% of the country’s industrial assets and 80% of the insurance business was owned by 22 families. Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto considered that industrial development and stability were essential for the people of Pakistan. His main goal was the betterment of the people. He disagreed with the policies of the capitalists. the wealthy … Read more

(ii) Explain the nationalization of banks and insurance companies (in Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto period.

Ans: Nationalization of banks and insurance companies: The big capitalist families had their own banks and insurance companies which were encouraging the capitalist system. The government was not gaining any considerable profit from these units. For the economic stability of the country all the insurance companies were nationalized and merged under the control of Stare … Read more

i. Write a short note on Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto era.

Ans: Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Era: 20th December 1971 to 5th July 1977: Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto took over the office of President of Pakistan as well as Chief Martial Law Administrator on 20th December 11871. He was the first civilian Chief Martial Law Administrator of the country. To create a new spirit in the nation. enable … Read more

Q39. Write the measures taken by Pervez Musharraf for obtaining energy?

Ans: Obtaining Energy: In order to get continuous supply of electricity and obtain energy, plans were made to increase hydel power production, and change thermal plants to gas and coal plants. Related Questions: Explain the initiatives taken by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto after assuming power in hands. When did Benazir Bhutto took over as the first … Read more