Chapter II · General Explanations

"Man" "Woman"

Section 10 · Pakistan Penal Code

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The word “man” denotes a male human being of any age : the word “woman” denotes a female human being of any age.

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Section 10, PPC
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Section 10, Pakistan Penal Code (Act XLV of 1860)

Text as amended up to 30-11-2025, from the Pakistan Code, Ministry of Law and Justice. Check the official text before filing. Official PDF, page 32