Q1: 1. What is the purpose of Section 291 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973?

• A) A) To regulate the process of recording medical evidence
• B) B) To define the role of medical witnesses in trials
• C) C) To establish guidelines for medical examinations
• D) D) To outline the procedure for summoning medical witnesses

Q2: 2. In a criminal trial, who has the authority to summon a medical witness under Section 291?

• A) A) Investigating Officer
• B) B) Public Prosecutor
• C) C) Magistrate
• D) D) Defense Lawyer

Q3: 3. Which of the following statements is true regarding the deposition of a medical witness under Section 291?

• A) A) The witness must be a government employee
• B) B) The witness can refuse to give evidence if not paid a fee
• C) C) The witness shall be examined in court by the judge
• D) D) The witness may provide testimony in writing

Q4: 4. What action can be taken against a medical witness who fails to attend court after being summoned under Section 291?

• A) A) Fine
• B) B) Arrest
• C) C) Warning
• D) D) Dismissal of case

Q5: 5. In a murder case, a medical witness is summoned to provide evidence on the cause of death. Which Section of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 empowers the court to do so?

• A) A) Section 291
• B) B) Section 164
• C) C) Section 299
• D) D) Section 304

Q6: 6. When recording the deposition of a medical witness under Section 291, which language is preferred by the court?

• A) A) English
• B) B) Hindi
• C) C) Regional language
• D) D) Latin

Q7: 7. Under Section 291, what must a medical witness do before giving evidence in court?

• A) A) Provide a written report
• B) B) Take an oath or affirmation
• C) C) Consult with the defense lawyer
• D) D) Request for a private hearing

Q8: 8. What is the consequence if a medical witness intentionally provides false evidence under Section 291?

• A) A) Contempt of Court
• B) B) Fine
• C) C) Suspension of medical license
• D) D) Imprisonment

Q9: 9. Which type of cases often require the deposition of a medical witness under Section 291?

• A) A) Property disputes
• B) B) Traffic violations
• C) C) Medical negligence
• D) D) Contract breaches

Q10: 10. In a hit-and-run case, what crucial information can a medical witness provide under Section 291?

• A) A) Vehicle registration details
• B) B) Cause of injury
• C) C) Eyewitness accounts
• D) D) Traffic violation history

Q11: 11. Why is it important for a medical witness to maintain impartiality while giving evidence under Section 291?

• A) A) To avoid conflicts of interest
• B) B) To speed up the legal process
• C) C) To receive monetary rewards
• D) D) To favor the prosecution

Q12: 12. What rights does a medical witness have under Section 291 if they fear for their safety after providing evidence?

• A) A) Request for police protection
• B) B) Refuse to disclose their identity
• C) C) Appeal to the medical council
• D) D) Withdraw their testimony

Q13: 13. How does the court ensure the authenticity of medical evidence provided by a witness under Section 291?

• A) A) Cross-examination by the defense
• B) B) DNA testing
• C) C) Expert verification
• D) D) Polygraph test

Q14: 14. Which party bears the responsibility of arranging and compensating the medical witness for their appearance in court under Section 291?

• A) A) Defense
• B) B) Prosecution
• C) C) Court
• D) D) Witness themselves

Q15: 15. In a case of alleged poisoning, what specific expertise should a medical witness possess to provide accurate evidence under Section 291?

• A) A) Forensic toxicology
• B) B) Pediatric medicine
• C) C) Dermatology
• D) D) Ophthalmology

Q16: 16. If a medical witness is unable to attend court due to unavoidable circumstances, what can they do under Section 291?

• A) A) Send a representative
• B) B) Record a video statement
• C) C) Seek an adjournment
• D) D) Submit a written report

Q17: 17. What measures can be taken to ensure the confidentiality of medical records disclosed by a witness under Section 291?

• A) A) Public dissemination
• B) B) Sealing of records
• C) C) Media disclosure
• D) D) Online publication

Q18: 18. Which aspect of a medical witness's testimony is crucial in determining the credibility of their evidence under Section 291?

• A) A) Personal opinion
• B) B) Professional experience
• C) C) Gender
• D) D) Political affiliation

Q19: 19. When a medical witness is summoned by the court under Section 291, what information must they provide regarding their qualifications?

• A) A) Medical school attended
• B) B) Years of practice
• C) C) Area of specialization
• D) D) All of the above

Q20: 20. In cases of sexual assault, what role does a medical witness play in providing evidence under Section 291?

• A) A) Identifying the accused
• B) B) Collecting DNA samples
• C) C) Documenting injuries
• D) D) Filing police reports

Q21: 21. How can a medical witness maintain objectivity when providing evidence under Section 291 in a high-profile case?

• A) A) Avoid media coverage
• B) B) Consult with the defense
• C) C) Receive training from the prosecution
• D) D) Side with public opinion

Q22: 22. Which factor determines the admissibility of medical evidence provided by a witness under Section 291 in court?

• A) A) Witness's popularity
• B) B) Witness's attire
• C) C) Witness's credibility
• D) D) Witness's nationality

Q23: 23. What rights does a medical witness have under Section 291 to request before giving evidence in court?

• A) A) Legal representation
• B) B) Private audience with the judge
• C) C) Breaks during testimony
• D) D) Protective custody

Q24: 24. What is the primary role of a medical witness under Section 291 in a case involving suspected drug overdose?

• A) A) Prescribing medication
• B) B) Providing treatment
• C) C) Identifying substances
• D) D) Conducting surgery

Q25: 25. In cases where a medical witness's testimony conflicts with other evidence, how does the court determine the weight of their testimony under Section 291?

• A) A) Number of degrees held by the witness
• B) B) Consistency with medical records
• C) C) Political affiliations of the witness
• D) D) Popularity of the witness