Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 14 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 14 corresponds to BSA Section 12 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 14 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 12 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 12 — Facts showing existence of state of mind, or of body or bodily feeling
Drafting note. In illustrations, word "coin" is replaced by "currency" and "carriage" is replaced by "cars".
Facts showing the existence of any state of mind, such as intention, knowledge, good faith, negligence, rashness, ill-will or goodwill towards any particular person, or showing the existence of any state of body or bodily feeling, are relevant, when the existence of any such state of mind or body or bodily feeling is in issue or relevant. Explanation 1.--A fact relevant as showing the existence of a relevant state of mind must show that the state of mind exists, not generally, but in reference to the particular matter in question. Explanation 2.--But where, upon the trial of a person accused o…
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 14 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 14 is BSA Section 12 — Facts showing existence of state of mind, or of body or bodily feeling.
Has the provision changed?
In illustrations, word "coin" is replaced by "currency" and "carriage" is replaced by "cars".
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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