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The Constitution Of Islamic Republic Of Pakistan QUESTION #9400
Question 1
Article 204 on Contempt of Court empowers which courts to punish for contempt?
  • Only the Federal Constitutional Court and Supreme Court
  • All courts established under the Constitution or by law
  • The Federal Constitutional Court, Supreme Court, and High Courts✔️
  • Only superior courts
Correct Answer Explanation
Article 204(1) provides: 'A court shall have power to punish any person who commits contempt of court.' Article 204(2) defines 'court' as 'the Supreme Court or a High Court.' The Federal Constitutional Court was added by subsequent amendments. Subordinate courts do not have inherent contempt power under this Article.