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    The 1962 constitution of Pakistan concentrated significant power in the hands of the president, establishing a system of "one-man rule" or "single person constitution". It lacked checks and balances on the presidency and centralized power. Provincial autonomy was also limited, as the president had authority over provincial governments. The constitution reflected a presidential dictatorship, as the president was the central power and was not accountable to other branches of government. Growing discontent over this lack of democracy and centralized power led to protests against President Ayub Khan's rule and calls for a more democratic system.

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    The 1962 constitution of Pakistan concentrated significant power in the hands of the president, establishing a system of "one-man rule" or "single person constitution". It lacked checks and balances on the presidency and centralized power. Provincial autonomy was also limited, as the president had authority over provincial governments. The constitution reflected a presidential dictatorship, as the president was the central power and was not accountable to other branches of government. Growing discontent over this lack of democracy and centralized power led to protests against President Ayub Khan's rule and calls for a more democratic system.

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    The 1962 constitution of Pakistan concentrated significant power in the hands of the president, establishing a system of "one-man rule" or "single person constitution". It lacked checks and balances on the presidency and centralized power. Provincial autonomy was also limited, as the president had authority over provincial governments. The constitution reflected a presidential dictatorship, as the president was the central power and was not accountable to other branches of government. Growing discontent over this lack of democracy and centralized power led to protests against President Ayub Khan's rule and calls for a more democratic system.

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    Single person constitution

    The 1962 constitution of Pakistan,promulgated during the rule of General Ayub Khan,is often criticized for
    its concentration of power in the hand of the president.under this constitution,the president held
    significant authority,and the system was often described as a “one-man rule” or” single person
    constitution”. centralized power,limited democratic freedom,and contributed to a lack of check and
    balances in governance.This aspect of the constitution was one of the reasons for discontent and call for
    a more democratic system.

    Lack of Check and balance


    The system of check and balance was not present in the 1962 constitution.The national assembly
    had no value in the eye of the president .President had priority over the process of legislation.

    Lack of provincial autonomy


    The power of appointment of provincial government and minister was vested with the president
    and they could hold their office at the pleasure of the president.The centre was more powerful
    the federal government can interfere in the affair of the province.The clash of power failed the
    constitution.

    Presidential Dictatorship
    The constitution of 1962 was a reflection of presidential dictatorship.Under this ,the president
    had been made the centre of power.The method of the impeachment of the president was very
    difficult and complicated .He was not answerable before anybody.He had the power to reject the
    laws passed by the national assembly.

    Rise of Bhutto
    Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto had resign as foreign minister in protest againt ayub moved toward while
    singing the Tashkent treaty in 1966.Bhutto party participated in anti-ayub students protest
    aimed at getting the resignation of Ayub Khan and forming a directly elective government.
    Students also challenged the indirect mode of the election system introduced in the 1962
    constitution of the country.At that time other protest and disturbances were also spreading
    against Ayub Khan in East Pakistan too.

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