What happens to a parliamentary or provincial-assembly seat when its member enters office as Governor under Article 103?

A. It becomes vacant

B. It is held in trust for six months

C. It transfers to the Governor’s party

D. It remains active automatically

Explanation

Article 103 provides that a member appointed as Governor has the relevant Parliament or Provincial Assembly seat become vacant on the day the Governor enters office.

Source

Pakistan Code — Constitution of Pakistan (Twenty-Seventh Amendment incorporated)

Answer verified on 2026-09-28

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