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The Constitution Of Islamic Republic Of Pakistan QUESTION #9355
Question 1
Under Article 239(5), as substituted by the 27th Amendment 2025, courts now have what jurisdiction over constitutional amendments?
  • Plenary power to review on all grounds
  • Can review only if fundamental rights are violated
  • No court shall have jurisdiction to call in question any amendment to the Constitution on any ground whatsoever✔️
  • Can review if the amendment violates the basic structure doctrine
Correct Answer Explanation
Article 239(5) as substituted by the 27th Amendment 2025 completely ousts all judicial jurisdiction: 'no court shall have jurisdiction to call in question any amendment to the Constitution on any ground whatsoever.' Article 239(6) further declares there is 'no limitation whatever' on Parliament's amending power.