By what name may the Federation sue or be sued under Article 174 of the Constitution?

A. The Islamic Republic Cabinet

B. Pakistan

C. The Federal Secretariat

D. The President personally

Explanation

Article 174 specifies the legal names used in suits and proceedings involving the governments. The Federation may sue or be sued by the name of Pakistan, while a Province may sue or be sued by the name of that Province.

Source

Pakistan Code — Constitution of Pakistan (Twenty-Seventh Amendment incorporated)

Answer verified on 2026-10-22

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