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As per section 2(c) of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 "Code" means_________________?

Correct answer: C. Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898

  • A. Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
  • B. Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
  • C. Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898
  • D. None of above

Explanation

In the Anti-Terrorism Act, “Code” adopts the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, because prosecutions under the Act use criminal procedure unless the Act provides otherwise. The Pakistan Penal Code defines offences, while the Code of Civil Procedure concerns civil proceedings.

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