Sarkar's Commentary on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (In 2 Volumes) provides a comprehensive and analytical exposition of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA), which replaces the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. This authoritative two-volume set preserves the core principles of evidence law while offering an exhaustive section-wise commentary on the updated legal framework. The commentary adopts a comparative approach, highlighting the modifications from the 1872 Act and explaining their judicial and legislative significance.
Special emphasis is placed on emerging areas such as digital and electronic evidence, with insightful discussions on evidentiary challenges in the contemporary legal context. With rich references to landmark judgments and historical context, the book offers practical guidance for litigation and appellate practice. It is an indispensable resource for lawyers, judges, law enforcement officers, academicians, and policymakers seeking a clear and contextual understanding of evidence law under the BSA, 2023.
Key Features:
- Highlights key changes from the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 with cross-references to relevant provisions.
- Covers core areas like admissibility, burden of proof, electronic evidence, and legal presumptions.
- Incorporates landmark case laws and traces the legislative intent behind provisions.
- Discusses new-age evidentiary challenges in the context of technology and modern communication.
- Offers practical clarity on rules of evidence in both civil and criminal proceedings.
- Facilitates quick understanding and application of updated evidence law provisions.
This book is ideal for lawyers and judges seeking a reliable reference for courtroom practice and legal interpretation; law enforcement and investigating officers needing guidance on evidence collection and admissibility; academicians and researchers exploring the evolution and application of evidence law; and legislators and policymakers aiming to understand the impact of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 on the justice system.