Question

In the case of Dattu Ramrao Sakhare v. State of Maharashtra, the Court ruled on child witness testimony. What was the key takeaway?

• A. A child must be at least 7 years old to testify
• B. A child can never be trusted as a witness
• C. A child's evidence is admissible if the court finds the child competent and truthful
• D. Children can testify only when accompanied by a parent or guardian

Hint:

Child witness evidence is admissible if the court is satisfied that the child is competent and truthful.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C