Question

A deponent is a person

• A. who appears in a court for giving witness for defendant
• B. who swears on oath in a Court that a statement is correct
• C. who files a case against his neighbour
• D. who appears in a court for giving witness for prosecution

Hint:

A deponent = a person who gives a sworn written statement under oath, such as in an affidavit.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

A deponent is someone who makes a sworn statement — usually in writing — known as an affidavit or deposition.
This person signs the statement under oath, confirming that the facts given are true to the best of their knowledge.
- The person does not have to be giving witness for defendant or prosecution (Options A and D).
- Filing a case (Option C) is done by a complainant or petitioner, not a deponent.