Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Section 51

Grounds of opinion, when relevant

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Provision: Section 51 of IEA
Act: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Classification: evidence
Jurisdiction: India

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What does Section 51 of IEA say?

Whenever the opinion of any living person is relevant, the grounds on which such opinion is based are also relevant.

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What is Section 51 of IEA?

Section 51 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA) defines and regulates "Grounds of opinion, when relevant". The section states: Whenever the opinion of any living person is relevant, the grounds on which such opinion is based are also relevant....

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