Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- Pakistan's federal government has reportedly decided to impose emergency rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with cabinet approval expected to be considered. Article 232 of the Constitution allows the president to declare an emergency in a province during war or internal disturbances. The declaration must be presented to both houses of Parliament for approval within ten days. The proposed move comes amid growing political tensions surrounding the province.

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Under Article 232, emergency rule can expand the federal government's authority over provincial administration. Parliament may legislate on matters concerning a province or parts of it during the em...