Question

    If no attesting witness can be found, which of the

    following is required to prove the authenticity of a document?
    A The document purports to have been executed in the United Kingdom Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The document must be accompanied by a government-issued certificate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The witness's testimony should be recorded by the court Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The document must be notarized in front of two witnesses Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E At least one attesting witness’s attestation must be in their handwriting, and the signature of the person executing the document must be in their handwriting Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation:  Bharatiya Sakshaya Adhiniyam Section 68 Proof where no attesting witness found: If no such attesting witness can be found, it must be proved that the attestation of one attesting witness at least is in his handwriting, and that the signature of the person executing the document is in the handwriting of that person.

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