⭐ SC: Evidence Act, Sec. 132 – What is or is not ‘compulsion’ to answer – A witness is legally bound to answer any question which is relevant to the matter in issue even if the answer to such question is likely to criminate him directly or indirectly. Proviso to Section 132 expressly provides that […]

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State of Karnataka Lokayukta Police Vs. S. Subbegowda[Criminal Appeal No. 1598 of 2023]Bela M. Trivedi, J.1. The appellant – State of Karnataka Lokayukta Police by way of instant appeal has assailed the judgment and order dated 16.08.2018 passed by the High Court of Karnataka at Bengaluru in Criminal Petition No. 4463 of 2018 whereby the High

I (2013) DMC 229CHHATTISGARH HIGH COURT RANJANA KAMBLEversusRANJANA VIMALTAI & ORS. Civil Revision No. 25 of 2011-Decided on 17.4.2012 (i) Indian Succession Act, 1925- Sections 372, 384(3)- Succession Certificate Grant of Validity Unchastity of a wife is certainly a ground for divorce but in the absence of decree of divorce, cannot be pressed into service

The Credibility of Hostile Witnesses: Unraveling the Complexities of Testimony   Introduction  In a court of law, witness testimonies play a pivotal role in ascertaining the truth and ensuring justice is served. However, not all witnesses provide impartial and reliable accounts. Hostile witnesses, in particular, can present significant challenges to the credibility of their testimony.