Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 71 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 71 corresponds to BSA Section 70 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 71 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 70 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 70 — Proof when attesting witness denies execution
Drafting note. No change.
If the attesting witness denies or does not recollect the execution of the document, its execution may be proved by other evidence.
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 71 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 71 is BSA Section 70 — Proof when attesting witness denies execution.
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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