43. When the Court has to form an opinion as to—
(i) the usages and tenets of any body of men or family;
Facts bearing upon opinions of experts.
Opinion as to handwriting
and signature, when relevant.
Opinion as to existence of general custom or right, when relevant.
Opinion as to usages, tenets, etc., when relevant.
Opinion on relationship, when relevant.
Grounds of opinion, when relevant.
In civil cases character to prove conduct imputed, irrelevant.
In criminal cases previous good character relevant.
Evidence of character or previous sexual experience not relevant in certain cases.
Previous bad character not relevant, except in reply.
(ii) the constitution and governance of any religious or charitable foundation; or
(iii) the meaning of words or terms used in particular districts or by particular classes of people,
the opinions of persons having special means of knowledge thereon, are relevant facts.