Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 · Section 150

BSA 150: earlier IEA 147

Section 150 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 replaces Section 147 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. BSA 150 deals with when witness to be compelled to answer. The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam came into force on 1 July 2024. Both texts are set out below, side by side, with the changed words marked.

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam

BSA 150 was IEA 147.

When witness to be compelled to answer.

Carried over
95% of the old wording kept
Old · IEA 1872 · Ch. X
s. 147
When witness to he compelled to answer
If any such question relates to a matter relevant to the suit or proceeding, the provisions of Section 132 shall apply thereto.
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New · BSA 2023 · Ch. X
s. 150
When witness to be compelled to answer.
If any such question relates to a matter relevant to the suit or proceeding, the provisions of section 137 shall apply thereto.
Text from India Code
Related sectionsIEA 147 · When witness to he compelled to answer
BSA 149 · Questions lawful in cross examination.BSA 151 · Court to decide when question shall be asked and when witness compelled to answer.

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