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Correct Answer: A: Raja Jalal Hussain Maqpoon
Explanation: Syed Mehdi Shah is the current Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan. He is a seasoned politician from the region who previously served as the 2nd Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (2009–2015), representing the Pakistan People's Party (PPP). He was appointed as Governor by the federal government and continues in the role as the constitutional head of state for the territory. As Governor, he has overseen multiple phases of GB governance, including the tenure of CM Gulbar Khan and the current caretaker setup under Justice (retd) Yar Muhammad ahead of the June 2026 elections.