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Article 16 of The Qanun-e-Shahadat deals with________________?

Correct answer: C. Accomplice

  • A. Production of title deed of witness
  • B. Credibility of a witness
  • C. Accomplice
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Article 16 recognizes the competency of an accomplice as a witness, subject to the special restriction applicable in Qisas and Hadd cases. It is not principally a provision about general witness credibility.

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