Section 143
of Evidence Act
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Section 143
(1)
Leading questions may be asked in cross-examination, subject to the following qualifications —
(a)
the question must not put into the mouth of the witness the very words which he is to echo back again; and
(b)
the question must not assume that facts have been proved which have not been proved, or that particular answers have been given contrary to the fact.
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(2)
The court, in its discretion, may prohibit leading questions from being put to a witness who shows a strong interest or bias in favour of the cross-examining party.
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