The Indian Army on Monday began the Summary of Evidence, which is a step before a possible court martial, in the Shopian encounter case, PTI reported. Three young men, who were alleged to be militants, were killed by security forces in July.
Under the Army Rules, 1954, the Summary of Evidence is a process where the proof of charges against the accused is taken down in writing. The evidence of witnesses who deposed before the commanding officer, for or against the accused, and of any other person considered relevant to the case, is written down in the presence of the accused. The accused may put questions to the witnesses in cross-examination. These questions, along with the answers, are added to the evidence recorded.
The Army had said on September 18 that it had found prima facie evidence that its personnel misused powers under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1990,…
