Section 150 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, (BSA), 2023
Section 150 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (Indian Evidence Act, 2023) addresses the circumstances under which a witness may be compelled to answer a question during legal proceedings.(en.wikipedia.org)
📜 Section 150: When Witness to Be Compelled to Answer
This section stipulates that if a question posed to a witness pertains to a matter relevant to the suit or proceeding, the provisions of Section 137 shall apply. Section 137 outlines the general rules for the examination of witnesses, including the manner and order of questioning. Therefore, when a question is deemed relevant to the case, the witness is generally required to answer, subject to the safeguards and procedures established in Section 137.(thelawadvice.com, kanoongpt.in)
In essence, Section 150 ensures that witnesses provide testimony on matters pertinent to the case, while also upholding the procedural standards set forth in Section 137 to protect the rights of the witness and maintain the integrity of the legal process.
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