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 provisionIndian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 71
New provision70
New ActBharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
MappingMapped

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.

Read the full text of BSA Section 70

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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