What general remedy condition does Article 199 set before a High Court may exercise its listed jurisdiction?

A. No other adequate remedy is provided by law

B. The applicant must first obtain permission from Parliament

C. The dispute must involve a foreign government

D. Every application must be filed by a government officer

Explanation

Subject to the Constitution, Article 199(1) states that the High Court must be satisfied that no other adequate remedy is provided by law before exercising the listed jurisdiction. The article then sets out distinct forms of relief and application requirements.

Source

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

Answer verified on 2026-10-30

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