Question

major decisions by leader explain with example of 5 marks question​

Answer 1

• In October 1999, General Parvez Musharraf led a military coup.
• He overthrew the democratically elected government.
• He declared himself the ‘Chief Executive’ of the country.
• Later he changed his designation to president.
• In 2002, he held a referendum that granted him a five year extension.
• Pakistani media, human rights organisations and democracy activists said that the referendum was based on malpractices and fraud.
• In August 2002, he issued a ‘Legal Framework Order’ that amended the constitution of Pakistan.
• According to this order, the President can dismiss the national or provincial assemblies.
• After passing this law, elections were held to national and state assemblies.
• After Pakistan has had elections, elected representatives have some powers.
• Final power rests with military officers and General Musharraf himself.