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    In which of the following secondary evidence relating to a document cannot be  given______

    A When the original is of such a nature as not to be easily movable Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B When the existence or contents of the original have been proved to be admitted in writing by person against whom it is proved Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C When the original document is lost without any default or negligence on the part of the person who wants to prove it Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D When the original document is in possession of the person who wants to prove it Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to clause (a) of Section 65 of Evidence Act, secondary evidence may be given of the existence, condition or contents of a document when the original is shown or appears to be in the possession or power of the person against whom the document is sought to be proved, or of any person out of reach of, or not subject to, the process of the Court, or of any person legally bound to produce it, and when, after the notice mentioned in section 66, such person does not produce it;

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