Asked in a 1999 paperModerate

Section 25A, of the National Accountability Ordinance, 1999 deals with discharge of the accused by Chairman NAB__________________?

Correct answer: D. Both A and B

  • A. Prior investigation
  • B. Before or after the commencement of investigation
  • C. During pending of appeal
  • D. Both A and B

Explanation

Section 25-A permits discharge by the Chairman NAB at the relevant stages before or after investigation begins, while a pending appeal is not the stated basis for this power. Hence both the pre-investigation and investigation-stage descriptions are intended by the provision.

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