The examination of a witness by the party who calls him shall be called his examination-in-chief. Cross-examination: The examination of a witness by the adverse party shall be called his cross-examination. Re-examination: The examination of a witness, subsequent to the cross-examination by the party who called him, shall be called his re-examination.
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Section 137
Examination-in-chief
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 137 IEA
- Provision: Section 137 of IEA
- Act: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Classification: evidence
- Jurisdiction: India
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What does Section 137 of IEA say?
Indian StandardSection 137, Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Evidence Act, 1872, § 137 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 137 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
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What is Section 137 of IEA?
Section 137 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA) defines and regulates "Examination-in-chief". The section states: The examination of a witness by the party who calls him shall be called his examination-in-chief. Cross-examination: The examination of a witness by the adverse party shall be call...
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