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Section 21-D of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 empowers __________ to release an accused person on bail?

Correct answer: D. All of above

  • A. Anti-Terrorism Court
  • B. High Court
  • C. Supreme Court of Pakistan
  • D. All of above

Explanation

The bail power under section 21-D is available to the Anti-Terrorism Court and the superior courts, including the High Court and Supreme Court, subject to the statutory requirements. Hence, all three listed courts are covered.

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