12 August 2024


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Karnataka HC: Constitutional Functionaries Can't be Summoned as Witnesses on Mere Asking - 05.08.2022

Karnataka High Court has held that in civilised jurisdictions functionaries of constitutional bodies are not subjected to subpoena since they have to act to discharge duties fearlessly. Otherwise, fear of being called as witnesses may push them to defensive mode affecting public interest.

Tags : Karnataka High Court Civilised Jurisdiction Constitutional Functionaries Subpoena

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