Correct Answer:
B. Gulbar Khan
The Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) is the head of the regional government, elected by the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly. The political leadership in administrative territories like GB can change due to elections or political developments. As per the context of the question, Gulbar Khan was the incumbent Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan. He assumed this significant office following the political process in the region, making him the correct answer.
- Mehdi Shah previously served as the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan but was not the officeholder at the time this question refers to.
- Khalid Khurshid also held the position of Chief Minister before Gulbar Khan but was not the current officeholder.
- None of the above is incorrect because Gulbar Khan was indeed the Chief Minister.