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    Question

    When a witness is cross-examined, he may be asked

    questions which tend:
    A To test his veracity Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To discover who he is and what is his position in life Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To shake his credit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Evidence Act: Section 146 Questions lawful in cross-examination: When a witness is cross-examined, he may, in addition to the questions hereinbefore 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 to expose him to a penalty or forfeiture.

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