A foreigner commits an offence within Pakistan he can ___________________?
Correct answer: B. Be punished under Pakistan Penal Code and can be tried in Pakistan
- A. Be tried in Pakistan
- B. Be punished under Pakistan Penal Code and can be tried in Pakistan
- C. Not be tried in Pakistan
- D. None of these
Explanation
Under section 2 of the Pakistan Penal Code, every person is liable for an offence committed within Pakistan, regardless of nationality. Therefore, a foreigner may be tried and punished under the Code in Pakistan.
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