Swearing of witnesses

Q: When did Section 110 of the Navy Act come into force?

Section 110 of the Navy Act, cited as Navy Act 1957 110, came into force on 01 Jan 1958, having been enacted on 27 Dec 1957. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

In force From 01 Jan 1958 Act 62 of 1957 As on 20 Oct 2026

Act 62 of 1957 Ministry Defence Enacted 27 Dec 1957 In force 01 Jan 1958

Section 110 of the Navy Act, 1957 deals with swearing of witnesses. No witness shall be examined until he has been duly sworn or affirmed in the following manner:-- "I......................................do swear in the name of God solemnly affirm that the evidence which I shall give before this court shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.". The Act came into force on 01 Jan 1958.

(1) No witness shall be examined until he has been duly sworn or affirmed in the following manner:--
"I......................................do swear in the name of God solemnly affirm that the evidence which I shall give before this court shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.".
(2) Every person giving evidence on oath or affirmation before a court-martial shall be bound to state the truth.
Section 110, The Navy Act, 1957 (Act 62 of 1957).

Questions about Section 110

What does Section 110 of the Navy Act deal with?

Section 110 of the Navy Act is headed "Swearing of witnesses". No witness shall be examined until he has been duly sworn or affirmed in the following manner:-- "I......................................do swear in the name of God solemnly affirm that the evidence which I shall give before this court shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.".

How do I find court cases under Section 110 of the Navy Act?

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When did Section 110 of the Navy Act come into force?

Section 110 of the Navy Act, cited as Navy Act 1957 110, came into force on 01 Jan 1958, having been enacted on 27 Dec 1957. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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Source and method. Compiled from the enactments of Parliament and of the State legislatures as published on India Code, and republished together with commentary and other original matter under section 52(1)(q)(ii) of the Copyright Act, 1957. Structured, cross-referenced and maintained by eCourtsIndia. Text as in force on 20 Oct 2026. This page is not a substitute for legal advice.