The question (15 marks)
How does forensic material lawfully reach the record in a criminal case, and what safeguards attend its collection? Answer with reference to the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. (15 marks)
Module IV, application of forensic evidence in civil and criminal cases
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Forensic Evidence of Law of Evidence (Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023).
Authorities you will need
- BNSS 2023, ss. 51 to 53
- BNSS 2023, s. 176(3)
- BNSS 2023, s. 349
- BNSS 2023, s. 329
- BSA 2023, ss. 39 and 45; s. 63 with the Schedule
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