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In case of Non Muslim accused under the Offence of Zina Ordinance, 1979 the Presiding Officer may be________________?

Correct answer: C. Both A and B

  • A. A Muslim
  • B. A Non-Muslim
  • C. Both A and B
  • D. None of above

Explanation

For a non-Muslim accused under the Offence of Zina Ordinance, the presiding officer could be Muslim or non-Muslim. The law therefore permitted both alternatives rather than requiring one religious identity.

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