Pakistan
2024
Model of electoral management
Independent
Comment
Pakistan, Constitution (last amended in 2018), accessed 19 February 2024
Article 218
(1) For the purpose of election to both Houses of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament), Provincial Assemblies and for election to such other public offices as may be specified by law, a permanent Election Commission shall be constituted in accordance with this Article.
(3) It shall be the duty of the Election Commission to organize and conduct the election and to make such arrangements as are necessary to ensure that the election is conducted honestly, justly, fairly and in accordance with law, and that corrupt practices are guarded against.
Electoral Management Bodies
| Name of EMB | Number of EMB members | Term of office | EMB members selected by | Chair appointed/elected by | Party or expert based membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Election Commission | 5 | 5 years | President, Prime Minister, Legislature | President, Prime Minister, Legislature | Expert |
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