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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 94: Evidence of terms of contracts, grants and other dispositions of property reduced to form of document
- Section 36: Relevancy and effect of judgments, orders or decrees, other than those mentioned in section 35
- Section 72: Comparison of signature, writing or seal with others admitted or proved
- Section 149: Questions lawful in cross-examination
- Section 7: Facts necessary to explain or introduce fact in issue or relevant facts
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