After cross-examination, counsel calling a witness may wish to re-examine him, being limited to clearing up points left in doubt; if re-examination discloses some new matter, the court may permit further cross-examination. RE-EXAMINATION. A second examination of a thing.

What is the purpose of re-examination in court?

Re-examination is the final part of questioning of a witness at trial following their cross-examination. It enables the party who first called them to ask further questions, but only if those questions relate to a matter which has arisen during the cross-examination of that witness.

Is re-examination mandatory?

In such a case, while the decision to accept the witness or not ought to remain with the court, re-examination must be granted. Re-examination comprises an arroyo that hasn't been visited much often. The Delhi High Court has seen that Order 18 Rule 17 is to be practised monetarily and carefully.