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    Question

    Which is the correct order of examination of

    Witnesses? 
    A Cross-examination, examination —in-chief, re-examination Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Examination —in-chief, re-examination, Cross- examination Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Examination —in-chief, Cross-examination, re- examination Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 137 and 138 of Evidence Act Examination-in-chief is the initial questioning of the witness by the party who called them to testify. The purpose is to elicit evidence in support of the party's case. Cross-examination is the questioning of the witness by the opposing party to challenge or undermine the evidence presented in the examination-in-chief. Re-examination is the final questioning of the witness by the party who called them to testify. The purpose is to clarify or explain any matters that arose during the cross-examination.

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