Functions of Legislative Assembly
Supreme body of the elected representatives of the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Representative Institution of the People
The Legislative Assembly is the supreme body of the elected representatives of the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
It performs legislative, representative, constitutional and financial responsibilities for the State.
Public Representation
The Assembly provides a democratic forum where public matters, laws, constitutional questions and state policy issues are considered.
Main Functions of the Assembly
The Assembly performs important duties related to law-making, public representation, budget approval and constitutional development.
Law Making
To formulate laws and enactments within the territory of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Public Importance
To consider matters of public importance and provide a formal forum for discussion.
Assembly Proceedings
To take up questions, call attention notices, adjournment motions, resolutions and privilege motions.
Constitutional Amendments
To make amendments in the Constitution according to the required constitutional process.
Election of Leadership
To elect the Prime Minister, Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.
Budget Approval
To pass the budget of the fiscal year of the State and review financial matters.
Discussion on Policy Issues
The Assembly also considers policy issues relating to the State and provides elected representatives the opportunity to debate matters affecting public interest.
Through questions, call attention notices, adjournment motions, resolutions and privilege motions, members can bring public issues before the House.
This strengthens transparency, accountability and representation in the democratic process of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Democratic Accountability
The Legislative Assembly plays a central role in law-making, budget approval, constitutional amendments, election of leadership and raising matters of public importance for the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.