Question

"Pakistan under General Musharraf (1999) should not be called democracy". Justify giving two reasons. :):) (9 points each)

Answer 1

(a)In Pakistan General Parvez Musharraf led a military coup in October, 1999. He overthrew democratically elected government and declared himself the chief executive of the country.
(b) Later he changed his designation to president and in 2002 held a referendum (voting). He used dirty tricks and malpractices to win the referendum.
(c) In August, 2002 he issued an order to amend the constitution of Pakistan so that he is able to enjoy more powers. The power to take final decision was given to military officers and General Musharraf himself.

Answer 2

1. In Pakistan General Parvez Musharraf led a military coup in October, 1999. He overthrew democratically elected government and declared himself the chief executive of the country. 
2. Later he changed his designation to president and in 2002 held a referendum (voting). He used dirty tricks and malpractices to win the referendum. 
3. In August, 2002 he issued an order to amend the constitution of Pakistan so that he is able to enjoy more powers. The power to take final decision was given to military officers and General Musharraf himself.