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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