Part VIII · Elections · Electoral Laws and Conduct of Elections
Electoral laws
Article 222
Amended by 22nd Amendment (2016)
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Subject to the Constitution, 1[Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament)] may by law provide for—
the allocation of seats in the National Assembly as required by clauses (3) and (4) of Article 51;
the delimitation of constituencies by the Election Commission 2[including delimitation of constituencies of local governments];
the preparation of electoral rolls, the requirements as to residence in a constituency, the determination of objections pertaining to and the commencement of electoral rolls;
the conduct of elections and election petitions the decision of doubts and disputes arising in connection with elections;
matters relating to corrupt practices and other offences in connection with elections; and