Evidence Act → BSA

Evidence Act Section 131 in BSA

Evidence Act Section 131 corresponds to BSA Section 136 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.

Old provisionIndian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 131
New provision136
New ActBharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
MappingMapped

BSA Section 136 — Production of documents or electronic records which another person, having possession, could refuse to produce

Drafting note. No change.

No one shall be compelled to produce documents in his possession or electronic records under his control, which any other person would be entitled to refuse to produce if they were in his possession or control, unless such last-mentioned person consents to their production.

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Questions this page answers

What is Evidence Act 131 in BSA?

Evidence Act Section 131 is BSA Section 136 — Production of documents or electronic records which another person, having possession, could refuse to produce.

Has the provision changed?

No change.

Which law applies to an offence today?

Offences committed on or after 1 July 2024 are dealt with under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023; earlier offences continue under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

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