In the context of Pakistan political and judiciary history what does PCO stand for:

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(A) Public Call Office
(B) Provisional Constitutional Order 
(C) Pest Control Operator
(D) None of these

🧠 Explanation:

  • In Pakistan’s political and judicial history, PCO stands for Provisional Constitutional Order.
  • It is a temporary order issued during military rule to suspend parts of the Constitution.
  • Judges were often required to take a new oath under the PCO, bypassing the original Constitution.
  • It was issued during multiple martial law periods, including under General Zia and General Musharraf.

Correct Answer: (B) Provisional Constitutional Order