The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam [Act No. 47 of 2023], with the following noteworthy features:
• [Authentic Bare Act] Exact reproduction of statutory provisions as enacted by Parliament
• [Updated Edition] Incorporates the Central Government's notification bringing the Act into force from 1st July 2024
• [Digital-era Coverage] Recognition of electronic records, digital signatures, and electronic evidence for trials
• [Exam-oriented Format] Free from case law, editor's notes, or interpretations—ideal for AIBE and competitive examinations
• [Affordable & Handy] Compact size, priced for accessibility to students and professionals alike
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Section-wise Presentation – Each section is reproduced verbatim in numerical order
• Logical Chapter Division – Clear thematic grouping, from Relevancy of Facts to Examination of Witnesses
• Cross-references – Indication of corresponding provisions of the repealed Indian Evidence Act 1872 for comparative understanding
• Schedule – Prescribes certificate format for electronic records under Section 63(4)
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