Asked in a 1997 paper

A person guilty of harbouring shall be liable to punishment under section__________________?

Correct answer: D. 216 and 216-A of P.P.C.

  • A. 216 and 216-A of Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997
  • B. 216 and 216-A of Cr.P.C
  • C. All of above
  • D. 216 and 216-A of P.P.C.

Explanation

Harbouring an offender is dealt with under sections 216 and 216-A of the Pakistan Penal Code, which cover harbouring or concealing offenders and those involved in serious offences. The corresponding Cr.P.C. provisions do not establish this offence.

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