Section 154

Question by party to his own witness.

The Indian Evidence Act, 1872

  • Act 1 of 1872
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
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    1[(1)] The Court may, in its discretion, permit the person who calls a witness to put any questions to him which might be put in cross-examination by the adverse party.
     2[(2) Nothing in this section shall disentitle the person so permitted under sub-section (1), to rely on any part of the evidence of such witness.]

Notes

1. Section 154 numbered as sub-section (1) thereof by Act 2 of 2006, s. 9 (w.e.f. 16-4-2006).
2. Ins. by s. 9, ibid. (w.e.f. 16-4-2006).

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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