Explanation

• Establishment: 1995 (ANF in present form)
• Governing ministry: Interior & Narcotics Control (Pakistan)
• Main law: Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997
• Jurisdiction: Whole Pakistan
• Functions: drug control, investigation, prevention, enforcement

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• The ANF Act contains different sections dealing with narcotics offences and legal procedures.
• Section 34 specifically relates to the right of appeal in narcotics cases.
• It explains how and where a convicted person can file an appeal.
• Appeals are usually filed in the High Court.
• This section ensures legal review of court decisions.

Last verified on 18-05-2026

Explanation

• In criminal law, proper sealing of recovered evidence is essential for credibility.
• If recovery is proved but sealing of the case property is doubtful, evidence integrity is questioned.
• Courts follow the principle of benefit of doubt in such situations.
• This means the accused cannot be convicted on doubtful evidence.
• Safe custody of evidence is necessary for a valid conviction.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• The Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997 deals with drug control laws in Pakistan.
• Section 52 focuses on identification and registration of drug addicts.
• The responsibility for registering addicts is given to the provincial governments.
• This helps in treatment, rehabilitation, and control of drug abuse.
• Provinces manage health and law enforcement at local level.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• The Control of Narcotic Substances Act, 1997 contains sections about investigation, punishment, and property related to narcotics crimes.
• Section 37 specifically deals with the freezing and forfeiture of assets connected to drug offences.
• The law allows authorities to stop criminals from using illegal property or money.
• This helps control drug trafficking and money laundering.
• It is an important financial enforcement provision in narcotics law.

Last verified on 18-05-2026

Explanation

Division of Quranic Surahs:

• Total Surahs → 114
• Makki Surahs → 86
• Madani Surahs → 28
• Revealed over → 23 years
• Madani period → about 10 years

Madani Surahs usually have longer verses (Ayahs).

• They focus on laws, social system, and community life.
• The first complete Madani Surah is Surah Al-Baqarah.

List of 28 Madani Surah in Quran:

1. Al Baqarah سورہ البقرہ

2. Al e Imran سورہ آل عمران

3. An Naas سورہ النسائ

4. Al Maaeda سورہ المائدہ

5. An Faal سورہ الانفال

6. Towba سورہ التوبہ

7. Al Raad سورہ الرعد

8. Al Haj سورہ الحج

9. Al Noor سورہ النور

10. Al Ahzab سورہ الاحزاب

11. Muhammad سورہ محمد

12. Al Fatah سورہ الفتح

13. Al Hujraat سورہ الحجرات

14. Al Rehman سورہ الرحمٰن

15. Al Hadeed سورہ الحدید

16. Al Mujadelah سورہ المجادلہ

17. Al Hashr سورہ الحشر

18. Al Mumtahina سورہ الممتحنہ

19. Al Saaf سورہ الصف

20. Al Juma سورہ الجمعہ

21. Al Munafiqon سورہ المنافقون

22. Al Tagabun سورہ التغابن

23. Al Talaq سورہ الطلاق

24. Al Tahreem سورہ التحریم

25. Al Insan سورہ الانسان

26. Al Baeana سورہ البینہ

27. Al Zalzalah سورہ الزلزال

28. Al Nasar سورہ النصر

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• Makki Surahs: 86
• Madani Surahs: 28
• Total Surahs: 114
• Makki Period: ~13 years
• Revelation Place: Makkah

Additional information:

• Makki Surahs mainly emphasize faith (Iman)
• Madani Surahs focus on law and social system
• First revelation occurred in Hira Cave (610 CE)
• Last revelation completed in 632 CE
• Quran contains 11 Sajdah in Makki Surahs and 3 in Madani Surahs

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Section 24 of CNS Act, 1997 deals with undercover operations and controlled delivery.
• It allows law enforcement agencies to monitor and track illegal drug movement to catch bigger networks.

Last verified on 18-05-2026

Explanation

• The Control of Narcotic Substances Act, 1997 regulates drug-related offenses in Pakistan.
• Section 25 specifically deals with powers and procedure of search and arrest.
• It empowers authorized officers to conduct lawful searches and arrests.
• This section ensures legal handling of narcotics cases.
• It is part of enforcement provisions in the Act.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Section 103 CrPC (search procedure with independent witnesses) is not applicable to searches under the CNS Act, 1997.
• CNS Act provides its own special search procedure to ensure quick action in narcotics cases.
• This is done to ensure speedy and effective action against drug crimes.
• Certain CrPC sections are excluded to avoid procedural delays.
• It strengthens enforcement under narcotics law.

Last verified on 18-05-2026