BSA · Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
Section 47 — In criminal cases previous good character relevant.
Replaces Evidence Act Section 53.
In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.
Nearby sections
- 44 Opinion on relationship, when relevant.
- 45 Grounds of opinion, when relevant.
- 46 In civil cases character to prove conduct imputed, irrelevant.
- 48 Evidence of character or previous sexual experience not relevant in certain cases.
- 49 Previous bad character not relevant, except in reply.
- 50 Character as affecting damages.
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