Who became the first female judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan?

Correct Answer: B: Justice Ayesha Malik

Explanation: Justice Ayesha Malik became the first female judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan on January 24, 2022 — a historic milestone in the country's legal history. She was elevated to the apex court from the Lahore High Court, where she had served as a judge since 2012. Her appointment was confirmed by the Judicial Commission of Pakistan despite significant controversy and opposition from the Pakistan Bar Council, which questioned the seniority rules. Justice Ayesha Malik is a graduate of Harvard Law School and is known for landmark judgments on constitutional and civil rights matters. This question is among the most frequently asked 'first' questions in FPSC, CSS, PPSC, NTS, and SPSC papers.