In this article, we will introduce you to Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam Section 131. In today’s article we will talk about what is Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA Section 131)?
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 The previous Indian Evidence Act has become outdated and does not adequately address the requirements of the modern era.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 131
Information as to commission of offences- No Magistrate or police officer shall be compelled to say when he got any information as to the commission of any offence, and no revenue officer shall be compelled to say when he got any information as to the commission of any offence against the public revenue.
Explanation- “revenue officer” means any officer employed in or about the business of any branch of the public revenue.
