Section 50 in THE BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM, 2023 – BSA

Character as affecting damages. 50. In civil cases, the fact that the character of any person is such as to affect the amount of damages which he ought to receive, is relevant. Explanation.—In this section and sections 46, 47 and 49, the word “character” includes both reputation and disposition; but, except as provided in section … Read more

Section 49 in THE BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM, 2023 – BSA

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