When the Court has to form an opinion as to the existence of any general custom or right, the opinions, as to the existence of such custom or right, of persons who would be likely to know of its existence if it existed, are relevant.
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Section 48
Opinion as to existence of right or custom, when relevant
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 48 IEA
- Provision: Section 48 of IEA
- Act: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Classification: evidence
- Jurisdiction: India
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What does Section 48 of IEA say?
Indian StandardSection 48, Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Evidence Act, 1872, § 48 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 48 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
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What is Section 48 of IEA?
Section 48 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA) defines and regulates "Opinion as to existence of right or custom, when relevant". The section states: When the Court has to form an opinion as to the existence of any general custom or right, the opinions, as to the existence of such custom or right, of persons who would be likely ...
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