Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 139 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 139 corresponds to BSA Section 144 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 139 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 144 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 144 — Cross- examination of person called to produce a document
Drafting note. No change.
A person summoned to produce a document does not become a witness by the mere fact that he produces it, and cannot be cross-examined unless and until he is called as a witness.
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 139 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 139 is BSA Section 144 — Cross- examination of person called to produce a document.
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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