CSS Constitutional Law Past Paper 2007
PART-II (Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions from PART-II. (20×4)
PART-II
Q2 “It seems in most federal governments the settlement of disputes about the meaning of the division of powers is confided to a body appointed and dismissable by general government.” Prof K C Wheare. Discuss the above observation with special reference to the powers of superior courts in the constitution of USA, India, and Pakistan.
Q3 Which Chamber of the legislature is more powerful in most bicameral legislatures? Why is this? Do you agree with the view that the US Senate is the most powerful second Chamber of the world? Justify your answer.
Q4 Discuss the check and balance system in the US Constitution with special reference to the powers of the President of the United States.
Q5 According to Bagehot, the cabinet is a “hyphen and joins the executive and legislative departments together.” Explain the above statement with reference to the British Cabinet.
Q6 Critically examine the powers and functions of the Soviet President under the present constitution.
Q7 French Parliament under the Fifth Republic is a “Rationalized Parliament.” Discuss.
Q8 Describe the powers and jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Pakistan under the 1973 Constitution with special reference to the role played by it in the constitutional development in the country.