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Section 146 - Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
146. Questions lawful in cross-examination
When a witness is cross-examined, he may, in addition to the questions herein before referred to be asked any questions which tend-
(1) to test his veracity.
(2) to discover who he is and what is his position in life, or
(3) to shake his credit, by injuring his character, although the answer to such questions might tend directly or indirectly to criminate him or might expose or tend directly or indirectly t expose him to a penalty or forfeiture.
Related Sections
- Section 31: Admission not conclusive proof, but may estop
- Section 143: When they may be asked
- Section 85C: Presumption as to Digital Signature Certificates
- Section 38: Relevancy of statements as to any law contained in law-books
- Section 148: Court to decide when question shall be asked and when witness compelled to answer
Related Acts
- Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy Act, 2017
- International Financial Services Centres Authority Act, 2019
- Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015
- Repealing and Amending Act, 2015
- National Capital Territory of Delhi (Recognition of Property Rights of Residents in Unauthorised Colonies) Act, 2019
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