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Which of the following is the right way for impeaching the credit of the witness as per the Bharatiya…

Section 158 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly section 155 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872) permits a witness's credit to be impeached through testimony…

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Which of the following is the right way for impeaching the credit of the witness as per the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

i. By the evidence of persons who testify that they, from their knowledge of the witness, believe him to be unworthy of credit

ii. By proof that the witness has been bribed, or has accepted the offer of a bribe, or has received any other corrupt inducement to give his evidence;

iii. By proof of former statements inconsistent with any part of his evidence which is liable to be contradicted;

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Correct answer D

Section 158 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly section 155 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872) permits a witness's credit to be impeached through testimony that the witness is unworthy of credit, proof of bribery or a corrupt inducement, and proof of inconsistent former statements. These methods concern reliability and credibility, rather than automatically proving the opposing case. The adverse party may use them, and the calling party may do so with the court's consent.

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