Correct option is B
Section 154 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 permits a party to cross-examine their own witness if the Court deems the witness "hostile." A hostile witness is one whose testimony is contrary to the interest of the party who called them. The party can seek permission to question the witness in a manner akin to cross-examination, including leading questions.
Information Booster: Section 154 is important for instances where a witness turns hostile, meaning their testimony doesn't support the case of the party that called them. It gives the party a chance to counter their own witness's unexpected testimony by asking leading questions or treating them as an adverse witness.
Additional Knowledge:
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(a) Incorrect: Section 156 relates to corroboration of statements made under examination.
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(c) Incorrect: Section 158 relates to the use of previous statements to corroborate testimony.
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(d) Incorrect: Section 160 refers to the obligation of witnesses to appear in Court.
