<p>The Present Publication&nbsp;is the&nbsp;2025 Edition, covering the&nbsp;amended and updated text&nbsp;of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023&nbsp;[<em>Act</em><em>&nbsp;</em><em>No.</em><em>&nbsp;</em><em>47</em><em>&nbsp;</em><em>of</em><em>&nbsp;</em><em>2023&nbsp;</em>],&nbsp;with the following noteworthy features:<br />
<strong>Comprehensive Text of the BSA 2023<br />
<strong><em>Complete Legislative Text</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Incorporates the full text of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, meticulously arranged<br />
Section Notes &mdash; The Standout Feature<br />
<strong><em>Editorial/Explanatory Guidance</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Appended right after each statutory section, these notes break down technical phrases, discuss scope and intent, and connect BSA to everyday practice<br />
<strong><em>Legislative Context</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Demonstrates the evolution from the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, highlighting which older sections are repealed or merged into BSA<br />
<strong><em>Case Law &amp; Practical Insights</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Includes references to important Supreme Court and High Court rulings. It also summarises best practices or procedural pointers relevant to the admissibility of evidence, electronic records, examination of witnesses, etc.<br />
Comparative Tools &amp; Tables<br />
<strong><em>IEA&ndash;BSA Cross-Reference</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Pinpoints where provisions of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 find their parallels or modifications in BSA, 2023<br />
<strong><em>Reverse Cross-Reference</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Allows users to start from BSA sections and see their approximate antecedents in the Indian Evidence Act<br />
<strong><em>List of New Sections</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Highlights fresh concepts introduced under BSA for quick reference (<em>e.g., detailed provisions for electronic/digital evidence</em>)<br />
<strong><em>Table of Repealed IEA Provisions</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Shows which parts of the old legislation no longer apply, making it easier to transition to BSA<br />
In-depth Comparative Study</strong><br />
<strong><em>Clause-by-Clause Analysis</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Detailed notes track how BSA differs from or aligns with the Indian Evidence Act. For instance,&nbsp;<em>redefinitions around &#39;documents,&#39; &#39;electronic records,&#39; and new presumptions are explained in plain language<br />
<strong><em>Readable &amp; Systematic</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Perfect for both quick referencing and thorough research</em><br />
<strong>Section Key &amp; Alphabetical Index<br />
<strong><em>Section Key</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Maps major evidentiary topics (<em>admissions, relevancy of facts, burden of proof, electronic evidence, etc.</em>) to relevant BSA section<br />
Supplementary Materials<br />
<strong><em>Arrangement of Sections</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; A structured list to navigate the BSA chapters<br />
<strong><em>Legislative Intent</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Includes Statement of Objects &amp; Reasons, Notes on Clauses, and excerpts from the Parliamentary Standing Committee&#39;s Report for contextual clarity<br />
<strong><em>Minister&#39;s Speech</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; A look into official parliamentary debate, highlighting key policy drives behind BSA<br />
<strong><em>Appendix of Related Acts</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Relevant references to other statutes (<em>e.g., IT Act, 2000, BNSS, etc.</em>) frequently invoked in evidentiary procedure<br />
Annexures<br />
<strong><em>Comparisons with Other Related Laws</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Explains how BSA interacts with criminal procedure or civil procedure when submitting or challenging evidence<br />
<strong><em>Illustrations for Digital/Remote Testimonies</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Details guidelines reflecting BSA&#39;s emphasis on electronic/digital processes<br />
<strong><em>Presumptions &amp; Newly Introduced Provisions</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Summaries showing how the law now tackles e-documents, digital signatures, and other modern evidence forms<br />
<strong><em>References to Recent Notifications</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Outlines designated responsibilities or official orders relevant to implementing the BSA<br />
User-Friendly Layout<br />
<strong><em>A Broad Subject Index</em></strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Enables you to locate topics efficiently&mdash;vital for practitioners and students navigating extensive evidentiary provisions</strong></p>
