Section 55 of BSA : Section 55: Oral evidence to be direct.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A Road Accident

Ravi was walking on the sidewalk when he witnessed a car accident at a busy intersection in Mumbai. He saw a red car run a red light and crash into a blue car that was crossing the intersection legally.

Application of Section 55:

• Fact Seen: Ravi can provide oral evidence in court stating that he saw the red car run the red light and crash into the blue car. His testimony is direct evidence because he personally witnessed the event.

Example 2:

Scenario: A Theft in a Market

Priya was shopping at a local market in Delhi when she heard someone shout, "Thief! Thief!" She turned around and saw a man running away with a woman's purse.

Application of Section 55:

• Fact Heard: Priya can provide oral evidence in court stating that she heard someone shout "Thief! Thief!" This is direct evidence because she personally heard the shout.
• **Fact Seen:*...

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