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Do you still swear on the Bible when taking oath in court?  

Asked in News & Current Affairs at 12:45 AM on January 01, 2009

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it is not bible it is bhagavath geetha to swear in court

Answered by Renuka , an ibibo Advisor, at 8:36 PM on January 01, 2009

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No. Physically placing ones hand on a Bible and swearing an oath is not required nor was it ever legally enforceable. The court gives those giving testimony the option of "swearing an oath" or making an affirmation to tell the truth as to the best of their knowledge.

Answered by Yash , an ibibo Master, at 12:51 AM on January 01, 2009

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