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In case of Muslim accused under Offence of Zina Ordinance, 1979 The Presiding Officer of the Court________________?

Correct answer: A. Shall be Muslim

  • A. Shall be Muslim
  • B. Shall be from any religion
  • C. Both (a) and (b)
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Where the accused is Muslim, the presiding officer must also be Muslim under the Ordinance. This qualification concerns the composition of the trial court, not the religion of every possible accused.

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