Indian Evidence Act, 1872 → Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
IEA 147BSA 150
When witness to be compelled to answer
BSA 150 full section — bare act text and what changed →
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Under Section 150 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly Section 147 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)...
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 is IEA 147 equivalent in BSA?
IEA Section 147 (When witness to be compelled to answer) corresponds to Section 150 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA).
What changed between IEA 147 and BSA 150?
No change.
How do I cite BSA 150 in a pleading?
Under Section 150 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly Section 147 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)...
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- IEA 142 → BSA 146(2) & (3) — When they (leading) must not be asked
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- IEA 145 → BSA 148 — Cross- examination as to previous statements in writing
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- IEA 152 → BSA 155 — Questions intended to insult or annoy
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