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Section 503, Cr.P.C empowers Court of Session and High Court with power to____________?

Correct answer: A. Issue Commission

  • A. Issue Commission
  • B. Acquittal of accused
  • C. Conduct contempt proceeding
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Section 503 authorises the court to issue a commission for examining a witness whose attendance cannot be obtained without unreasonable delay, expense or inconvenience. Its subject is examination by commission, not acquittal or contempt proceedings.

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