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Section 16-B of the National Accountability Ordinance, 1999 deals with __________________?

Correct answer: C. Contempt of Court

  • A. Joint trial
  • B. Contempt of Chairman orders
  • C. Contempt of Court
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Section 16-B is the provision dealing with contempt of court in proceedings under the National Accountability Ordinance. It is distinct from contempt of the Chairman’s orders, which is not the statutory heading here.

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