Evidence Act Section 80 = BSA Section 79
Presumption as to Documents Produced as Record of Evidence
साक्ष्य के अभिलेख के रूप में प्रस्तुत दस्तावेज़ों की उपधारणा
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | Evidence Act (Old) | BSA (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 80 | Section 79 |
| Title | Presumption as to Documents Produced as Record of Evidence | Presumption as to Documents Produced as Record of Evidence |
| 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 80 to BSA 79
- 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 80?
Evidence Act Section 80 (Presumption as to Documents Produced as Record of Evidence) is now BSA Section 79 under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has Evidence Act Section 80 changed under BSA?
The core provision remains substantially the same under BSA Section 79. The BSA reorganizes the evidence law with updated language and some refinements.
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