BSA § 47 · Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Section 47 BSA — In criminal cases previous good character relevant

Replaces IEA 53 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. In force since 1 July 2024.

The text

In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.

Source: India Code (indiacode.gov.in). The Gazette of India is the authoritative text.

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