Evidence Act → BSA
Evidence Act Section 72 in BSA
Evidence Act Section 72 corresponds to BSA Section 71 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 72 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 71 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BSA Section 71 — Proof of document not required by law to be attested
Drafting note. No change.
An attested document not required by law to be attested may be proved as if it was unattested.
Questions this page answers
What is Evidence Act 72 in BSA?
Evidence Act Section 72 is BSA Section 71 — Proof of document not required by law to be attested.
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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