Free MCQs for FPSC, NTS, PPSC, PMS, CSS & All Pakistan Exams 2026

Which court issued notices to the federal and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa governments over petitions challenging governor’s rule and the emergency?

A. Islamabad High Court
B. Lahore High Court
C. Peshawar High Court
D. Supreme Court of Pakistan

 

Explanation:

On 20 October 2026, the Peshawar High Court issued notices to the federal and KP governments in petitions challenging the imposition of emergency and governor’s rule on 11 October. The hearing was adjourned until 10 November 2026.

Key points

– The petitions challenged the legality of the measures imposed in KP.

– PTI chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan was among the petitioners.

– Other petitions were filed by political leaders and the KP Bar Council.

– The petitioners argued that the provincial assembly’s approval was required.

– The court had not delivered a final judgment on the petitions in the report published that day.

Related questions and answers

– Q: What does PHC stand for?

A: Peshawar High Court.

– Q: On what date was governor’s rule and emergency imposed in KP, according to the report?

A: 11 October 2026.

– Q: Until which date was the hearing adjourned?

A: 10 November 2026.

– Q: Which constitutional article was cited by the petitioners in their argument?

A: Article 232(1).

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