Previous bad character not relevant, except in reply. 49. In criminal proceedings, the fact that the accused has a bad character, is irrelevant, unless evidence has been given that he has a good character, in which case it becomes relevant. Explanation 1.—This section does not apply to cases in which the bad character of any … Read more
Evidence of character or previous sexual experience not relevant in certain cases. 48. In a prosecution for an offence under section 64, section 65, section 66, section 67, section 68, section 69, section 70, section 71, section 74, section 75, section 76, section 77 or section 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 or for … Read more
In criminal cases previous good character relevant. 47. In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.