The Indian Penal Code, 1860
CHAPTER I to X
CHAPTER II: GENERAL EXPLANATIONS
Section 29: "Document"
Bare Act
The word "document" denotes any matter expressed or described upon any substance by means of letters, figures or marks, or by more than one of those means, intended to be used, or which may be used, as evidence of that matter.
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The word "document" means anything written, drawn, or marked on any material that is meant to be used, or can be used, as proof of something.
Explanation 1
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Explanation using examples
Example 1:
Ravi enters into a rental agreement with his landlord, Mr. Sharma. The terms of the agreement, including the monthly rent, duration of the lease, and other conditions, are written down on a piece of paper and signed by both parties. This written rental agreement is a "document" under Section 29 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, because it expresses the terms o… Read the complete text with KanoonGPT Pro.
