GAT Subject Law MCQs

Abetment may occur through instigation, conspiracy accompanied by an act or omission, or intentional aid.
The required mental element and statutory conditions must be proved.

Criminal conspiracy centers on an unlawful agreement.
For some conspiracies, an overt act is required by law.

Attempt begins when conduct moves sufficiently close to the completed offence.
Mere intention or remote preparation is generally insufficient.

The general exceptions recognize certain good-faith mistakes of fact.
Mistake of law ordinarily does not excuse criminal liability.

The accident exception requires a lawful act performed lawfully and with proper care and caution.
Negligence may prevent reliance on the defence.

Necessity balances the harm caused against a greater harm avoided.
Its application is narrow and fact-dependent.

The Penal Code provides an absolute immunity for a child under seven.
For older children, maturity of understanding becomes relevant.

The Pakistan Penal Code defines offences and punishments.
Criminal procedure and evidence are governed by separate laws.

The Code of Criminal Procedure regulates investigation, arrest, bail, inquiry, trial, and appeals.
The Penal Code defines substantive offences.

Section 34 creates joint liability where a criminal act is done in furtherance of common intention.
It is a rule of constructive liability rather than a separate offence.

The Federal Shariat Court exercises constitutional jurisdiction over specified laws.
Its decisions may be appealed through the constitutional mechanism.

The Council of Common Interests coordinates specified subjects involving the Federation and Provinces.
It is a key institution of cooperative federalism.