Multiple choice

Under which provision can a witness refresh his memory?

  1. Section 145 of the Indian Evidence Act

  2. Section 159 of the Indian Evidence Act

  3. Section 165 of the Indian Evidence Act

  4. Section 157 of the Indian Evidence Act

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Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: Section 145 of the Indian Evidence Act deals with cross-examination as to previous statements in writing. Option (2) is incorrect: Section 159 of the Indian Evidence Act states provisions for refreshing memory. Option (3) is correct: Section 165 of the Indian Evidence Act provides judge’s power to put questions or order production. Option (4) is incorrect: Section 157 of the Indian Evidence Act states that the former statements of witness may be proved to corroborate later testimony as to same fact. 

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