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Which of the following statements hold true for dying declaration?

A. Dying declaration cannot be used as a sole basis of conviction

B. Dying declaration unless corroborated cannot be used as the sole basis of conviction

C. Dying declaration which is brief must be discarded

D. When eye-witness affirms that the deceased was not in a fit state to make the declaration, medical opinion cannot prevail

Answer: Option D


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