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Before whom affidavits to be sworn?

Before whom affidavits to be sworn? The first provision in this regard was made on 12th October 1877. The litigants who wanted to file applications before the Privy Council or the then High Courts were facilitated by the then government. The provision is completing 146 years tomorrow on 12th October 2023. On this occasion the author is tempted to write this article for the information of citizens of India,  whom the author loves a lot. From the desk of Advocate R S Ghatge with love ….. Before whom affidavits to be sworn? This question arises not only before the common litigants but also before the advocates. There are different provisions regarding this.  The basic provision is section 139 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. Section 139 provides that, 139. Oath on affidavit by whom to be administered: - in the case of any affidavit under this Code - Any Court or magistrate, or      (aa) any notary appointed under the notaries act, 1952; or  Any ...