The question (15 marks)
Explain the scheme of the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act 2022, and discuss how the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 provides for the proof of handwriting, signatures and digital signatures. (15 marks)
Module IV, forensic evidence and identification records
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It tests Unit 4 · Forensic Evidence of Law of Evidence (Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023).
Authorities you will need
- Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act 2022, ss. 2, 3 and 4
- Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act 2022, ss. 5 to 7 and s. 10
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