Section 17: Safeguard against false imputations, etc — Enforcement of Shari'ah Act, 1991

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17. Safeguard against false imputations, etc.—The State shall take legislative and administrative measures to protect the honour and reputation of the citizens against false imputations, character assassination and violation of privacy.

Effective date: 1991-01-01

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