In this article, we will introduce you to Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam Section 73. In today’s article we will talk about what is Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA Section 73)?
The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 aims to unify and establish standardized rules and principles of evidence to ensure fair trials in criminal cases. The previous Indian Evidence Act has become outdated and does not adequately address the requirements of the modern era. This new Bill intends to overhaul the evidence laws by updating them to reflect current public needs and aspirations.
Definition of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) Section 73
Proof as to verification of digital signature- In order to ascertain whether a digital signature is that of the person by whom it purports to have been affixed, the Court may direct-
- (a) that person or the Controller or the Certifying Authority to produce the Digital Signature Certificate;
- (b) any other person to apply the public key listed in the Digital Signature Certificate and verify the digital signature purported to have been affixed by that person.