Which Evidence Act section is BSA 59?

BSA 59 replaces Evidence Act 64.

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BSA Section 59: Proof of documents by primary evidence

Section 59 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deals with proof of documents by primary evidence. It replaces Evidence Act 64 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

Text of BSA Section 59

59. Documents shall be proved by primary evidence except in the cases hereinafter mentioned.

Secondary evidence.

Proof of documents by primary evidence.

Cases in which secondary evidence relating to documents may be given.

Electronic or digital record.

Special provisions as to evidence relating to electronic record.

Admissibility of electronic records.

Evidence Act sections replaced

Evidence Act 64: Proof of documents by primary evidence

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