What was BSA 164 in the IEA?

BSA 164: earlier IEA 161

Section 164 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 replaces Section 161 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. BSA 164 deals with right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory. 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 164 was IEA 161.

Right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory.

Carried over

97% of the old wording kept

Old · IEA 1872 · Ch. X

s. 161

Right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory

Any writing referred to under the provisions of the two last preceding sections must be produced and shown to the adverse party if he requires it; such party may, if he pleases, cross-examine the witness thereupon.

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New · BSA 2023 · Ch. X

s. 164

Right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory.

Any writing referred to under the provisions of the two last preceding sections shall be produced and shown to the adverse party if he requires it; such party may, if he pleases, cross-examine the witness thereupon.

Text from India Code