Evidence Act Section 25 = BSA Section 23
Confession to Police Officer Not to Be Proved
पुलिस अधिकारी को की गई संस्वीकृति सिद्ध नहीं की जाएगी
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | Evidence Act (Old) | BSA (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 25 | Section 23 |
| Title | Confession to Police Officer Not to Be Proved | Confession to Police Officer Not to Be Proved |
| Punishment | N/A (Evidence Law) | N/A (Evidence Law) |
| Cognizable | No — Warrant required for arrest | |
| Bailable | Yes — Bail is a matter of right | |
| Compoundable | No — Cannot be compounded/settled | |
| Triable By | N/A (Evidence Law) | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from Evidence Act 25 to BSA 23
- BSA modernizes the evidence framework with updated terminology
- Core evidentiary principles remain substantially the same
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BSA equivalent of Evidence Act Section 25?
Evidence Act Section 25 (Confession to Police Officer Not to Be Proved) is now BSA Section 23 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has Evidence Act Section 25 changed under BSA?
The core provision remains substantially the same under BSA Section 23. The BSA reorganizes the evidence law with updated language and some refinements.
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