Bhagloo Lodh & Anr vs State Of U.P on 14 June, 2011
44. At this juncture, it would be apt to mention that evidence of a close relation can be relied upon, provided it is trustworthy, credible and is cogent. Regarding the reliability of oral testimony of the closely related eye-witnesses, Hon'ble Apex Court in case of Bhagaloo Lodh and another Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh, 2011 (13) SCC 206 held as under: -