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When a citizen of Pakistan commits an offence at any place without and beyond the limits of Pakistan he may be dealt with in respect of such offence ?

Correct answer: B. At any place within Paistan at which he may be found

  • A. At place where he commit the offence
  • B. At any place within Paistan at which he may be found
  • C. Will be tried at International Court of Justice
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Under Section 188 Cr.P.C., a Pakistani citizen committing an offence outside Pakistan may be dealt with at any place within Pakistan where he is found, subject to the statutory requirements. The International Court of Justice does not ordinarily try individual criminal offenders.

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