IEA 72 to BSA 71: Proof of document not required by law to be attested
Section 72 IEA (1872) replaced by Section 71 BSA (2023)
IEA 72 to BSA 71 at a Glance
Section 72 IEA (Proof of document not required by law to be attested) is now Section 71 BSA, in force from 1 July 2024. Only the section number changed.
What Changed From IEA 72 to BSA 71?
Section 72 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 became Section 71 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 on 1 July 2024 without any change in wording.
IEA 72 vs BSA 71: Comparison Table
| Aspect | IEA 1872 (repealed) | BSA 2023 (in force) |
|---|---|---|
| Section | 72 | 71 |
| Heading | Proof of document not required by law to be attested | Same |
IEA 72 and BSA 71: Bare Act Text Side by Side
IEA 1872 (repealed)
Section 72, IEA 1872
72. Proof of document not required by law to be attested.—An attested document not required by law to be attested may be proved as if it was unattested.
BSA 2023 (in force)
Section 71, BSA 2023
71. Proof of document not required by law to be attested.—An attested document not required by law to be attested may be proved as if it was unattested.
When It Applies: IEA 72 vs BSA 71
Under IEA 72
- A party seeks to prove a document that has been attested.
- The law does not require that document to be attested.
- The document can be proved in the same way as an unattested document.
Under BSA 71
- A party seeks to prove a document that has been attested.
- The law does not require that document to be attested.
- The document can be proved in the same way as an unattested document.
What IEA 72 to BSA 71 Means in Practice
Section 72 IEA became Section 71 BSA on 1 July 2024 without any change in wording. The same rule applies, and a party in court should cite Section 71 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 ·