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Nothing is an offence which is done by a child of__________________?

Correct answer: A. Seven years of age

  • A. Seven years of age
  • B. Thirteen years of age
  • C. Fifteen years of age
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The Pakistan Penal Code recognizes the conclusive presumption that a child under seven years cannot commit an offence. The wording of option a is the intended statutory age threshold.

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