Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 140 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 140 corresponds to BSA Section 145 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 140 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 145 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 145 — Witnesses to character
Drafting note. No change.
Witnesses to character may be cross-examined and re-examined.
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 140 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 140 is BSA Section 145 — Witnesses to character.
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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