Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
BSA Section 150
When witness to be compelled to answer
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BSA Section 150 deals with when witness to be compelled to answer and replaces Evidence Act 147.
Bare act text — BSA 150
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.
Frequently asked
What was BSA Section 150 in the Evidence Act?
BSA Section 150 (When witness to be compelled to answer) replaces Section 147 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Evidence Act 147 is now BSA 150.
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Nearby BSA sections
- BSA 145 — Witnesses to character
- BSA 146 — Leading questions
- BSA 147 — Evidence as to matters in writing
- BSA 148 — Cross examination as to previous statements in writing
- BSA 149 — Questions lawful in cross examination
- BSA 151 — Court to decide when question shall be asked and when witness compelled to answer
- BSA 152 — Question not to be asked without reasonable grounds
- BSA 153 — Procedure of Court in case of question being asked without reasonable grounds
- BSA 154 — Indecent and scandalous questions
- BSA 155 — Questions intended to insult or annoy