According to Article 175(2), from where must a court derive its jurisdiction?

A. Only from an executive notification

B. From convention even without law

C. From the Constitution or by or under a law

D. From a political party resolution

Explanation

Article 175(2) states that no court has jurisdiction except what is or may be conferred on it by the Constitution or by or under a law. A court therefore cannot assume judicial authority merely through administrative practice or convention.

Source

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

Answer verified on 2026-10-22

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