IEA 56 to BSA 51: Fact judicially noticeable need not be proved
Section 56 IEA (1872) replaced by Section 51 BSA (2023)
IEA 56 to BSA 51 at a Glance
Section 56 IEA (Fact judicially noticeable need not be proved) is now Section 51 BSA, in force from 1 July 2024. Only the section number changed.
What Changed From IEA 56 to BSA 51?
Section 56 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 became Section 51 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 on 1 July 2024 without any change in wording.
IEA 56 vs BSA 51: Comparison Table
| Aspect | IEA 1872 (repealed) | BSA 2023 (in force) |
|---|---|---|
| Section | 56 | 51 |
| Heading | Fact judicially noticeable need not be proved | Same |
IEA 56 and BSA 51: Bare Act Text Side by Side
IEA 1872 (repealed)
Section 56, IEA 1872
56. Fact judicially noticeable need not be proved.—No fact of which the Court will take judicial notice need be proved.
BSA 2023 (in force)
Section 51, BSA 2023
51. Fact judicially noticeable need not be proved.—No fact of which the Court will take judicial notice need be proved.
When It Applies: IEA 56 vs BSA 51
Under IEA 56
- A fact before the court must be judicially noticeable, meaning the court will take judicial notice of that fact.
- Once the court will take judicial notice of that fact, a party does not need to prove it.
Under BSA 51
- A fact before the court must be judicially noticeable, meaning the court will take judicial notice of that fact.
- Once the court will take judicial notice of that fact, a party does not need to prove it.
What IEA 56 to BSA 51 Means in Practice
The exact same rule applies without any change in wording, and parties should cite Section 51 BSA for matters governed by the BSA.
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 ·