IEA 152 to BSA 155: Questions intended to insult or annoy
Section 152 IEA (1872) replaced by Section 155 BSA (2023)
IEA 152 to BSA 155 at a Glance
Section 152 IEA (Questions intended to insult or annoy) is now Section 155 BSA, in force from 1 July 2024. Only the section number changed.
What Changed From IEA 152 to BSA 155?
Section 152 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 became Section 155 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 on 1 July 2024 without any change in wording.
IEA 152 vs BSA 155: Comparison Table
| Aspect | IEA 1872 (repealed) | BSA 2023 (in force) |
|---|---|---|
| Section | 152 | 155 |
| Heading | Questions intended to insult or annoy | Same |
IEA 152 and BSA 155: Bare Act Text Side by Side
IEA 1872 (repealed)
Section 152, IEA 1872
152. Questions intended to insult or annoy.—The Court shall forbid any question which appears to it to be intended to insult or annoy, or which, though proper in itself, appears to the Court needlessly offensive in form.
BSA 2023 (in force)
Section 155, BSA 2023
155. Questions intended to insult or annoy.—The Court shall forbid any question which appears to it to be intended to insult or annoy, or which, though proper in itself, appears to the Court needlessly offensive in form.
When It Applies: IEA 152 vs BSA 155
Under IEA 152
- The duty applied to the court whenever a question was asked before the court.
- The court had to forbid a question that appeared to the court to be meant to insult or annoy.
- The court also had to forbid a question that was proper in itself if its form appeared needlessly offensive to the court.
Under BSA 155
- The duty applies to the court whenever a question is asked before the court.
- The court must forbid a question that appears to the court to be meant to insult or annoy.
- The court must also forbid a question that is proper in itself if its form appears needlessly offensive to the court.
What IEA 152 to BSA 155 Means in Practice
The same rule applies without any change in wording. A court must still forbid any question that appears to be meant to insult or annoy, or that appears needlessly offensive in form. For matters governed by the BSA, cite Section 155 BSA instead of Section 152 IEA.
Disclaimer: This comparison is for informational purposes only. The new criminal laws came into effect on 1 July 2024. Consult a qualified advocate for legal advice.
Sources: Indian Evidence Act, 1872 · Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 ·