Objectives Resolution, 1949

Q. What was the objective resolution 1949? (1999-A)

Q. Write a note on the objective resolution, 1949. (1997-S) (2000-S) (2005)

Q. What was the objective resolution 1949? has it been acted upon in practice? Explain (2006)

1. Introduction:

Liaquat Ali Khan the first prime minister of Pakistan presented a resloution on 12th March 1949 in the

legislature. it is called objectives resolution.

2. Objectives resolution 1949:

The constitution assembly on 12th March 1949 passed objectives resolution. it was first step toward

constitutional development. it was passed by majority of the assembly.

3. Importance:

The objective resolution present a model of the combination of the western and Islamic democratic values. it

served as preamble of the constitution. 4. Salient/Important features of objective resolution:

Important features of objectives resolution are as under:

(i) Sovereignty Of Allah;

Allah is the sole ruler of the universe. the sovereignty belongs to Almighty Allah.

(ii) Subjugation of Islamic Principles:

It embodied the Islamic conception of the state to serve as the foundation and basis of the Islamic State.. The

resolution began in the name of Allah.

(iii) Islanic way of Life:

Efforts will be made to adopt Islamic way of life in the country and opportunities will be provided to Muslims to

live according to the teaching of Islam.

(iv) Religious Freedom of Minorities:

All the minorities shall be give religious freedom. Then have right to live according to the teaching og their

religion.

(v) Federal Form of Government:

The territories included in Pakistan and those that affiliate with Pakistan will make a Federation.

(vi) Fundamental Rights:

Basic rights will be available to all the people of Pakistan.

(vii) Freedom of Judiciary:

The independence of judiciary was recognized and it was also one of the important objective of the resolution.

(viii) Defence of Pakistan:

It was declared that defence of thje country will make strong.

(ix) Development of Backward Areas:

Special measures will be taken for the development of Backward areas.

(x) Democratic Principles:

Pakistan will be a democratic country.

(xi) Equlity of Citizen:

All citizens will be considerd equal.

5. Counclusion:

To conclude Ican say that; Objectives resolutions provided basic principles for constitution making. In the

Islamic republic of Pakistan. It was passed by the majority in the Assembly. It is in accordance with the spirit of

Islam.