15. Examination of witness

(1) A request under this Act may seek assistance in the examination of witnesses in the requested country.

(2) A request under this section shall in an appropriate case and in so far as the circumstances of the case permit, contain the following particulars-
(a) the names, addresses and officials designations of the witnesses to be examined;
(b) the questions to be put to the witnesses or the subject -matter about which they are to be examined;
(c) whether it is desired that the witnesses be examined orally or in writing;
(d) whether it is desired that the oath be administered to the witnesses or, as the law of the requested country allows, that they be required to make a solemn affirmation;
(e) the provisions of any law of the requesting country as to privilege or exemption from giving evidence which appears especially relevant to the request; and
(f) any special requirement of the law of the requesting country as to the manner of taking evidence relevant to its admissibility in that country.

(3) A request under this section may ask that, so far as the law of the requested country permits, the accused person or his legal representative may attend the examination of the witness and may ask questions of the witness.