April 10, 2023 marks the
completion of 50 years of the unanimous approval of the Constitution of the
Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973. The Constitution - the supreme law of the
country. drafted during the first democratically elected Government of Shaheed
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, with the meaningful participation of all political forces
of the country, was passed by the National Assembly of Pakistan on the 10th
April 1973 and assented by the President on 12th April 1973. It was promulgated
on August 14, 1973. Ever since, this sacred Constitution is intended to guide Pakistan's
law and its political culture, and system.
The Parliament of Pakistan,
through the Constitution, determines the basic ideology of Pakistan which is
based on faimess, fraternity and social justice. It provides a roadmap for a
peaceful and prosperous Pakistan which makes it essential to abide by the
priceless principles of democracy, liberty and fundamental rights.
The Constitution of Pakistan,
being the vanguard of the individuals' rights, dignity and freedoms, reflects
the true aspirations of the people while also ensuring that those who make
decisions on behalf of the people fairly represent public opinion. Therefore,
it is essential to uphold and promote constitutional values and protect its
sanctity.
In the same spirit, the National
Assembly of Pakistan has planned month-long Golden Jubilee celebrations to
commemorate 50 years of the Constitution, 1973 to begin on 10th April 2023 and
culminate in a befitting manner on 10th May 2023. These celebrations have been
planned and overseen by an 18-member Parliamentary Advisory Committee
constituted by Honorable Speaker National Assembly, Raja Pervez Ashraf and
headed by Honorable Senator, Mian Raza Rabbani.
To mark the event, a number of
events and activities had been planned. One of the salient activities was the
issuance of this commemorative stamp at the occasion of Golden Jubilee of
Constitution, 1973 the design of which was deliberated and approved by the
Advisory Committee. The Stamp on one side shows the participants of the
historic Constitutional Convention and on the other side represents the current
Assembly Hall of the Parliament House Building in Islamabad.
This commemorative stamp would
serve as a reminder to reaffirm our commitment to strive together to make
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's vision of a parliamentary and democratic
Pakistan an instant reality.
On the occasion of Golden Jubilee Celebrations of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan1973, Pakistan Post is issuing a Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs. 50/- denomination on 10th April, 2023.
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