What duty does Article 131 place on a Provincial Government in relation to the Federation?

A. Secure compliance with applicable Acts of Parliament

B. Ignore federal laws automatically

C. Control Senate proceedings

D. Appoint federal judges

Explanation

Article 131 requires the executive authority of every Province to be exercised so as to secure compliance with Acts of Parliament that apply in that Province and not to impede or prejudice the Federation’s executive authority.

Source

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

Answer verified on 2026-10-04

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