Question

    Under the Indian Evidence Act, a person summoned to

    produce a document_______________
    A Automatically becomes a witness upon producing the document Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Can only be cross-examined if called as a witness Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Is exempted from answering any questions regarding the document Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Can refuse to produce the document without any consequence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Is required to testify about the contents of the document even if not called as a witness Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 139 – Cross-examination of person called to produce a document: A person summoned to produce a document does not become a witness by the mere fact that he produces it, and cannot be cross-examined unless and until he is called as a witness.

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