Question

With what motive did General Pervez Musharraf issue a 'Legal Framework Order' in August 2002?

• A. To enhance the dignity of the Pakistan citizens
• B. To empower himself
• C. To empower his supporters
• D. To amend the constitution of Pakistan

Answer 1

The correct option is D To amend the constitution of Pakistan

The Legal Framework Order, 2002 was issued by Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf in August 2002. It provided for the general elections of 2002 and the revival of the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan, and added numerous amendments to the Constitution. The following month, the Supreme Court overruled Musharraf, ruling that the amendments would have to be ratified by Parliament in the manner provided in the unamended 1973 Constitution and the amendments would have to be approved by two-thirds of both houses of the bicameral body.