Under the Pakistan Penal Code, which conduct can amount to abetment?

Correct answer: A. Instigating, conspiring, or intentionally aiding the offence

  • A. Instigating, conspiring, or intentionally aiding the offence
  • B. Only personally committing the principal offence
  • C. Merely knowing that an offence may occur
  • D. Reporting the offence after it has occurred

Explanation

Section 107 of the Pakistan Penal Code recognises abetment by instigation, conspiracy accompanied by an act or illegal omission, or intentional aid. Mere knowledge without participation does not normally constitute abetment.

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