Swear in name of constitution

Q.  Which of the following is/are true?

1) If a witness does not believe in God, he/she can swear in the name of constitution.
2) Currently there are only two ways for a witness to swear – in name of God or in the name of the Indian constitution.
- Published on 19 Apr 16

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

ANSWER: Neither 1 nor 2
 
  • Currently, as per the Oath Act, 1969, any person who deposes in the court can swear in the name of God or by placing a hand on a religious book.
  • Petitions have been filed in Bombay High Court seeking for people who practice atheism the liberty to take the oath in courts the name of Constitution instead of swearing in the name of God.

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