Practice question
An adult witness can perceive and communicate but belongs to an unpopular political or religious group. Does that belief alone disqualify the witness under section 21?
- Yes, popularity determines qualification.
- No; religious or political belief is not itself a disqualification.
- Yes, if the opposing party objects without more.
- No; the belief makes every statement conclusive.
- Yes, unless counsel shares the belief.
Legal references
- https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/am_19-08-15-sc_2019.html — Rule 130 sections 21–22: perception, communication, nondisqualification grounds and personal knowledge.
- https://lawphil.net/courts/supreme/am/am_004_07_sc_2000.html — Rule on Examination of a Child Witness sections 4, 6–11: child definition, presumption, examination and appropriate assistance.
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