Multiple choice

Under Section 315 of the CrPC, an accused

  1. cannot be a witness

  2. can be compelled to give his own evidence generally

  3. can be called as a witness only on his own request in writing

  4. Either (1) or (2)
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Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: An accused can be a witness. Option (2) is incorrect: An accused can be compelled to give his own evidence generally. Option (3) is correct: Under the provision of Section 315, an accused shall not be called as a witness, except on his own request in writing. Option (4) is incorrect: Neither (1) nor (2)

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