8. With the above observations, the writ petition is allowed. The impugned order dated 11.01.2019 is set aside. It is directed that evidence of the petitioner shall be recorded, as per direction given above. Parties are directed to appear before 5th Additional District Judge, Dehradun through their counsel on 06.12.2021. On that date, the trial court shall fix the date for recording of evidence of the petitioner in virtual mode. While recording the evidence of the petitioner through virtual mode, who is living in USA, the trial court shall take proper protection for identification of the petitioner (like it can inspect of passport and visa, certification of petitioner through independent persons known to her and have acquaintance with her, at the time of hearing of the evidence). Moreover, if the trial court desires, it can keep scanned copy of the passport and visa on its record. As far as signature of the petitioner on the recorded statement is concerned, the trial court on completion of the re-examination, shall take endorsement of the petitioner’s counsel and then, pass appropriate orders. No order as to costs.
