Question

    When a public officer is required by law to be appointed

    in writing, and when it is shown that any particular person has acted as such officer
    A The writing by which he was appointed need to be proved Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The appointment letter needs to be presented to the court Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The appointing authority need to certify his appointment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The writing by which he was appointed need not be proved Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Exception 1 to Section 91 of Evidence Act When a public officer is required by law to be appointed in writing, and when it is shown that any particular person has acted as such officer, the writing by which he is appointed need not be proved.

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