Multiple choice

Under which of the following provisions 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 correct: Section 159 of the Indian Evidence Act deals with refreshing memory. Option (3) is incorrect: Section 165 of the Indian Evidence Act deals with judge’s power to put questions or order production. Option (4) is incorrect: Section 157 of the Indian Evidence Act deals with former statements of witness that may be proved to corroborate later testimony as to the same fact.

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