Evidence

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Overview

  • Replaced the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 from 1 July 2024; contains 170 sections.
  • Gives electronic and digital records the status of primary evidence.
  • Retains the structure of relevancy, admissions, confessions, burden of proof and witnesses.

Key ideas

  • Confession to a police officer remains inadmissible.
  • Facts discovered in consequence of information from an accused remain admissible.
  • Burden of proof generally lies on the person who asserts a fact.

Study notes for exam practice. Always confirm the exact provision from the bare Act or your unit's official circular.