Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 61 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 61 corresponds to BSA Section 56 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 61 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 56 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 56 — Proof of contents of documents
Drafting note. No change.
The contents of documents may be proved either by primary or by secondary evidence.
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 61 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 61 is BSA Section 56 — Proof of contents of documents.
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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