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Section 49 - The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
49. Previous bad character not relevant, except in reply.
In criminal proceedings, the fact that the accused has a bad character, is irrelevant, unless evidence has been given that he has a good character, in which case it becomes relevant.
Explanation 1.-This section does not apply to cases in which the bad character of any person is itself a fact in issue.
Explanation 2.-A previous conviction is relevant as evidence of bad character.
Related Sections
- Section 3: Evidence may be given of facts in issue and relevant facts
- Section 52: Facts of which Court shall take judicial notice
- Section 82: Presumption as to maps or plans made by authority of Government
- Section 24: Consideration of proved confession affecting person making it and others jointly under trial for same offence
- Section 61: Electronic or digital record
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