Pakistan’s law does recognize a right to self-defence, but it is narrowly defined and comes with strict limits. Under the Pakistan Penal Code, this is formally called the “right of private defence,” and it protects a person’s body and property, not acts of revenge. Understanding where this right begins and ends matters, because courts examine every case closely. A defensive act that goes beyond what the law allows can itself become a criminal offence. Background: Where the Law Comes From The right of private defence in Pakistan is set out…
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