21 Jul 2026 05:15 AM

Examination of Accused -- Assistance of Prosecution and Defence -- Discretionary and not mandatory for trial court

Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, S.313(5) -- Examination of Accused -- Assistance of Prosecution and Defence -- The provision is enabling in nature and vests discretion in the court rather than creating a mandatory obligation to incorporate questions suggested by the parties. The trial court has judicial wisdom to determine the necessity, relevance, and propriety of framing or incorporating any specific questions depending on the facts of each case.

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