Question

Leading Questions may be asked generally in the court during ______.

• A. Examination-in-Chief
• B. Cross-Examination
• C. Re-Examination
• D. In all the three examinations

Hint:

Remember: Leading questions are a tool for challenging witnesses and are primarily used in cross-examinations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Define leading questions 
A leading question suggests its own answer (e.g., “You were at the scene, weren’t you?”) 
Step 2: Refer to Indian Evidence Act, Section 143 
As per the Indian Evidence Act, leading questions are generally not allowed during Examination-in-Chief or Re-examination unless the court permits.
Step 3: Permitted during Cross-Examination 
During Cross-Examination, the opposing party may ask leading questions to test the credibility of the witness.