Representation of the People Act, 1951 · Chapter III: Trial of Election Petitions
Section 96: Expenses of witnesses
The reasonable expenses incurred by any person in attending to give evidence may be allowed by [the High Court] to such person and shall, unless [the High Court] otherwise directs, be deemed to be part of the costs.
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