| Aspect |
Details |
| Initial Administration (1947-1955) |
Punjab was governed as a separate province with an appointed Governor and Chief Minister. The early years focused on refugee settlement and political stabilization. |
| One Unit System (1955-1970) |
Punjab was merged into West Pakistan under the One Unit policy, abolishing provincial status and centralizing governance. |
| Restoration of Punjab (1970-Present) |
Punjab was restored as a separate province in 1970 after the One Unit system was abolished, leading to direct governance. |
| Governance Structure |
A Governor (appointed by the President) and Chief Minister (elected by the Provincial Assembly) lead the province. |
| Provincial Assembly |
The Punjab Assembly is responsible for legislation, budgets, and policy-making. |
| Local Governments (Pre-2001) |
A mix of colonial-era municipal committees and district boards functioned with limited power. |
| Local Government Reforms (2001-2008) |
General Pervez Musharraf introduced the Devolution Plan, replacing commissioners with elected Nazims under the Local Government Ordinance (2001). |
| Abolition of Nazim System (2008-2013) |
The local governance system was reverted to bureaucratic control under District Commissioners. |
| Revival of Local Governments (2013-Present) |
New local government acts were introduced, but implementation remained inconsistent. A mix of mayor-based and administrator-led governance was observed. |
| Political Shifts |
Punjab has historically been dominated by major political parties like PML-N, PTI, and PPP, with frequent shifts due to elections and political developments. |
| Military Influence |
Punjab has seen periods of military rule (1958-1971, 1977-1988, 1999-2008), affecting governance structures. |
| Judicial Reforms |
Courts in Punjab function under the Lahore High Court, handling provincial judicial matters. |
| Economic Development |
Punjab remains the economic hub of Pakistan, with policies focusing on agriculture, industry, and infrastructure development. |
| Security & Law Enforcement |
Punjab has its own Punjab Police, working under the provincial government, often influenced by federal security policies. |
