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Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Section 19

Admissions by persons whose position must be proved as against party to suit

Quick Answer Reference: Section 19 IEA

  • Provision: Section 19 of IEA
  • Act: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
  • Classification: evidence
  • Jurisdiction: India
Statutory Content

What does Section 19 of IEA say?

Statements made by persons whose position or liability, it is necessary to prove as against any party to the suit, are admissions, if such statements would be relevant as against such persons in relation to such position or liability in a suit brought by or against them, and if they are made whilst the person making them occupies such position or is subject to such liability.

Indian StandardSection 19, Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Evidence Act, 1872, § 19 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 19 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
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Common Questions about Section 19 IEA

What is Section 19 of IEA?

Section 19 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA) defines and regulates "Admissions by persons whose position must be proved as against party to suit". The section states: Statements made by persons whose position or liability, it is necessary to prove as against any party to the suit, are admissions, if such statements would be relevant as against s...

Landmark Case Laws

Landmark Judgments under Section 19 IEA

1978 1 SCC 248

Supreme Court of India

Patnahcucisdb94 High Court (10 8)

Patnahcucisdb94 High Court (10 8)

2017 10 SCC 1

Supreme Court of India

Commonly Cited Alongside

Sections commonly cited alongside Section 19