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As per section 14(2) of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 the Federal Government or Provincial Government to establish a Court under this Act, shall, after consultation with______________?

Correct answer: B. Chief Justice of concerned High Court

  • A. Chief Justice of Supreme Court
  • B. Chief Justice of concerned High Court
  • C. Both A and B
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Under section 14(2), establishment of an Anti-Terrorism Court requires consultation with the Chief Justice of the concerned High Court. Consultation with the Supreme Court Chief Justice is not the statutory requirement.

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