Voting on 21st constitutional amendment today

Voting on 21st constitutional amendment today
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Summary The 21st Amendment Bill 2015 and the Pakistan Army (Amendment) Bill 2015 were presented on Jan 3.

ISLAMABAD (Web Desk) - The National Assembly will resume its session in Islamabad on Tuesday to continue debate on 21st constitutional amendment bill aimed to set up special courts for speedy trial of terrorists.

According to the details, feedback about the approval of the amendments will be expressed through a show of hand by members of the National Assembly. A two-third majority is required for the approval of the amendments.

After the constitutional amendment, Pakistan Army Act 1952, Pakistan Air Force Act 1953, Pakistan Navy Ordinance 1961and Protection of Pakistan Act 2014 will be granted constitutional cover under schedule 1 for the establishment of military courts. Both bills will be sent to the Senate after approval of the National Assembly.

Earlier today, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq hosted breakfast in the honor of the members of the Parliament at the Parliament House.

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was also present on the occasion.