Pakistan's provincial structure consists of 7 provinces that serve as the country's primary administrative divisions at Level 1 of its 2-tier system. These provinces function as the main governing units responsible for delivering public services, maintaining law and order, and managing regional development. Provincial governments exercise authority over education, healthcare, agriculture, and local infrastructure within their jurisdictions. Each province has its own elected assembly and chief minister, operating under Pakistan's federal framework. The provinces collect certain taxes, allocate budgets for local programs, and coordinate with the federal government on matters of national importance while retaining substantial autonomy in administering their territories and addressing region-specific needs.