Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 50 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 50 corresponds to BSA Section 44 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 50 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 44 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 44 — Opinion on relationship, when relevant
Drafting note. No change.
When the Court has to form an opinion as to the relationship of one person to another, the opinion, expressed by conduct, as to the existence of such relationship, of any person who, as a member of the family or otherwise, has special means of knowledge on the subject, is a relevant fact: Provided that such opinion shall not be sufficient to prove a marriage in proceedings under the Divorce Act, 1869 (4 of 1869), or in prosecution under sections 82 and 84 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. Illustrations. (a) The question is, whether A and B were married. The fact that they were usually rece…
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 50 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 50 is BSA Section 44 — Opinion on relationship, when relevant.
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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