Pakistan Becomes World's First Islamic Republic
Pakistan adopted a new constitution on March 23, 1956, transforming itself into the world's first Islamic republic and establishing a unique blend of parliamentary democracy with Islamic principles. This shift immediately redefined the nation's legal framework, mandating that all future laws conform to Quranic injunctions while simultaneously setting a precedent for other Muslim-majority states seeking to integrate religious identity with modern statehood.
March 23, 1956
70 years ago
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Republic Day#March 23rd in Pakistan
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National day
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Commonwealth of Nations
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Islam
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Muhammad Ali Jinnah
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Iskander Mirza
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