The burden of proof in a suit or proceeding lies on that person who would fail if no evidence at all were given on either side.
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Section 102
On whom burden of proof lies
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 102 IEA
- Provision: Section 102 of IEA
- Act: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Classification: evidence
- Jurisdiction: India
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What does Section 102 of IEA say?
Indian StandardSection 102, Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Evidence Act, 1872, § 102 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 102 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
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What is Section 102 of IEA?
Section 102 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA) defines and regulates "On whom burden of proof lies". The section states: The burden of proof in a suit or proceeding lies on that person who would fail if no evidence at all were given on either side....
What replaced Section 102 of IPC in BNS?
Section 102 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) was replaced by Section 97 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. There was no material change in the provision.
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This SectionSection 102Indian Evidence Act (IEA)
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