Section 167 of BSA : Section 167: Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi files a lawsuit against Suresh claiming that Suresh owes him Rs. 50,000 based on a written loan agreement. Ravi gives Suresh a notice to produce the original loan agreement in court. During the trial, Suresh refuses to produce the document. Ravi then provides a photocopy of the loan agreement as secondary evidence to support his claim. Later, Suresh tries to present the original loan agreement to argue that the loan amount was actually Rs. 30,000 and not Rs. 50,000. According to Section 167 of The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023, Sures...

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