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General ExceptionExceptions which are common to all the penal clauses of the Penal Code, or to a great variety of clauses...1196
ChargeFormal accusation of a crime, usually made by the police after interrogation. The expression ‘charged...1195
Delegated LegislationLegislation made by a person or body other than the Sovereign in Parliament, by virtue of powers conferred...1193
BusinessThe definition of the word "Business", as given in section 2(4) of the Income Tax Ordinance, 1984 includes...1187
AgentGenerally agent is one who is appointed to bring his principal into contractual relationships with other...1183
LeaseA lease of immoveable property is a transfer of a right to enjoy such property, made for a certain time,...1183
DiscretionJudicial exercise of the discretion means consideration of all the facts and circumstances of the case...1178
First Information ReportA written document prepared by the police hen they receive information about the commission of a cognizable...1176
Negotiable instrumentA “negotiable instrument” means a promissory note, bill of exchange or cheque payable either to order...1175
Mala fidesMala fides signify with or in bad faith. Mala fide is to be alleged with particularity- Assertion of...1173