Dying Declaration

Indian Evidence Act (IEA) 1872

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The case of Pakala Narayan Swamy v. Emperor pertains to

Estoppel

Dying declaration

Hostile witness

Accomplice evidence

- Option 1: Estoppel

Estoppel prevents a person from contradicting something they've already agreed to by words or conduct.

- Option 2: Dying Declaration

Dying declarations are statements made by a person on the brink of death, concerning the cause or circumstances leading to their impending death.

Correct Answer

- Option 3: Hostile Witness

A hostile witness is one who is not cooperative and whose testimony may be adverse to the party who called them.

- Option 4: Accomplice Evidence

This refers to testimony provided by a person involved in the crime, possibly for a pardon or reduced sentence.