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Thus, a person called to testify before Congress can refuse if they believe the government could use the testimony against them in criminal proceedings. To render the protections against self-incrimination ineffective, Congress can provide immunity from criminal prosecution.
To testify in a court means to provide evidence in the court of law. Section 118 of The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 provides for all persons to be competent to testify in a court of law unless otherwise prevented by the court on specific grounds. Views.