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Whoever causes isqat-i-haml shall be liable to punishment as tazir with imprisonment of either description for________________?

Correct answer: C. Both (a) and (b)

  • A. Three years, if the isqat-i-haml is caused with consent of the women
  • B. Ten years if the isqat-i-is caused with out consent of the women
  • C. Both (a) and (b)
  • D. None of these

Explanation

For isqat-i-haml, the PPC provides imprisonment up to three years when caused with the woman’s consent and up to ten years when caused without consent. Both statements therefore describe the prescribed punishment.

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