Under Section 83 of the Pakistan Penal Code, an act by a child between seven and twelve years is not an offence when the child:
Correct answer: D. Has not attained sufficient maturity of understanding
- A. Has not reached physical maturity at the time
- B. Has not been previously accused of an offence
- C. Has not received formal education before the act
- D. Has not attained sufficient maturity of understanding
Explanation
Section 83 protects a child above seven and under twelve who has not attained sufficient maturity to understand the nature and consequences of the conduct. Age alone is not enough because the child’s understanding is also relevant.
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