Evidence Act 71 vs BSA 70: Proof when attesting witness denies the execution
Section 71 of the Indian Evidence Act is now section 70 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, in force from 1 July 2024. The wording is the same.
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Evidence Act section 71Proof when attesting witness denies the execution
If the attesting witness denies or does not recollect the execution of the document, its execution may be proved by other evidence.
BSA section 70Proof when attesting witness denies execution
If the attesting witness denies or does not recollect the execution of the document, its execution may be proved by other evidence.
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