A witness was asked whether he was not dismissed from a post for dishonesty. He denies it. The evidence is offered to show that he was dismissed for dishonesty-
Verified Answer
A. The evidence is admissible if it comes from plaintiff side
B. The evidence is admissible if it comes from defendant side
C. The evidence is admissible
D. The evidence is inadmissible
Explanation:
Section 153 of the Indian Evidence Act states that when a witness is asked and answers any question tending to shake his credit by injuring his character, no evidence shall be given to contradict him, unless it falls under specific exceptions (like previous conviction or impartiality), which this scenario does not.