Indian Evidence Act, 1872 → Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
IEA 161BSA 164
Right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory
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What changed
- Word "must" is replaced by "shall".
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Under Section 164 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly Section 161 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)...
Bare act text — BSA 164
164. Right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory.—Any writing referred to under the provisions of the two last preceding sections shall be produced and shown to the adverse party if he requires it; such party may, if he pleases, cross-examine the witness thereupon. 48
Frequently asked
What is IEA 161 equivalent in BSA?
IEA Section 161 (Right of adverse party as to writing used to refresh memory) corresponds to Section 164 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA).
What changed between IEA 161 and BSA 164?
Word "must" is replaced by "shall".
How do I cite BSA 164 in a pleading?
Under Section 164 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly Section 161 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)...
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- IEA 156 → BSA 159 — Questions tending to corroborate evidence of relevant fact, admissible
- IEA 157 → BSA 160 — Former statements of witness may be proved to corroborate later testimony as to same fact
- IEA 158 → BSA 161 — What matters may be proved in connection with proved statement relevant under section 26 or 27. [ section 32 or 33]
- IEA 159 → BSA 162 — Refreshing memory
- IEA 160 → BSA 163 — Testimony to facts stated in document mentioned in section 162[159]
- IEA 162 → BSA 165 — Production of documents
- IEA 163 → BSA 166 — Giving, as evidence, of document called for and produced on notice
- IEA 164 → BSA 167 — Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice
- IEA 165 → BSA 168 — Judge's power to put questions or order production
- IEA 167 → BSA 169 — No new trial for improper admission or rejection of evidence
