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The Constitution Of Islamic Republic Of Pakistan QUESTION #9358
Question 1
Which of the following accurately describes the Review Board for preventive detention under a Federal law?
  • Appointed by the Chief Justice of the High Court, comprising three judges
  • Appointed by the Chief Justice of Pakistan/Supreme Court, comprising a Chairman and two others who are or have been Judges of the Supreme Court or High Court✔️
  • Appointed by the President, comprising senior bureaucrats
  • Appointed by the Federal Government in consultation with the Chief Justice
Correct Answer Explanation
Article 10, Explanation I(i) provides that the Review Board for preventive detention under Federal law is 'appointed by the Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Pakistan and consisting of a Chairman and two other persons, each of whom is or has been a Judge of the Supreme Court or a High Court.' The insertion of 'Supreme Court of' was added by the 27th Amendment.