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This Latin maxim translates to “the welfare/safety of the people shall be the supreme law.”

It emphasizes that all laws and actions of the state should prioritize public interest.

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Legal removal of unauthorized colonies is made effective through official gazette notification by the government.

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In the act, “Officer” means the DC, responsible for implementing provisions like inspections, seizures, and issuing notices.

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Land revenue must not be less than 10% of the produce/value under land taxation policies.

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As per Section 109 of the PPC, an abettor is liable for the same punishment as the person committing the offence.

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The Hearing Officer is empowered under hoarding or price control laws to auction seized goods through proper procedure.

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According to tenancy and land reforms laws, if a tenant has been continuously cultivating land for 20 years, they may claim rights under certain legal provisions.

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Under the Price Control and Prevention of Profiteering and Hoarding Act, if a person is aggrieved by an order passed by a price control magistrate or hearing officer, they can file an appeal to the Commissioner within 7 days from the date of that order.

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Under tenancy and property-related laws, giving false or misleading information is a criminal offence and can lead to legal action or fines.

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As per Section 83 of the Pakistan Penal Code, a child between 7 and 12 years of age is not criminally liable if they do not possess sufficient maturity to understand the nature of their act.