The Federal Cabinet, in its first meeting of the year on January 2, 2026, approved the suspension of local government polls in which territory?
APeshawar
BIslamabad Capital Territory (ICT)
CKarachi
DLahore
Correct answer
B. Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)
Explanation
During the cabinet meeting held on January 2, 2026, the government approved proposals to amend the ICT Local Government Act. This decision effectively set the stage for the suspension of local government elections in Islamabad for the fourth time. The meeting also addressed policy decisions regarding off-grid gas sales and captive power plants.