Which matter may an Administrative Court or Tribunal established under Article 212 have exclusive jurisdiction over?

A. Terms and conditions of persons in the service of Pakistan, including disciplinary matters

B. Every criminal offence in Pakistan

C. All disputes about private contracts

D. The conduct of general elections

Explanation

Article 212 permits the appropriate Legislature to establish Administrative Courts or Tribunals with exclusive jurisdiction over specified matters. These include terms and conditions of people in Pakistan’s service (including discipline), certain tort claims involving government or public authorities, and certain matters concerning property deemed enemy property under law.

Source

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

Answer verified on 2026-11-01

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