The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023 is a proposed law that seeks to reform the Indian Evidence Act, 1872

The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023 is a proposed law that seeks to reform the Indian Evidence Act, 1872

The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023 is a proposed law that seeks to reform the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. The bill makes a number of significant changes to the law of evidence, including: Permitting the admissibility of electronic or digital records as evidence, recognizing technological advancements. Expanding the scope of secondary evidence to include various forms, such as copies made from the original by mechanical processes, counterparts of documents, and oral accounts of document contents given by a person who has seen it. Prioritizing bail as the default option in criminal cases, and providing for reforms in bail adjudication. Clarifying the definition of "acts endangering sovereignty", in order to prevent arbitrary arrests and infringement on civil liberties. Providing clear guidelines for handling forensic evidence, in order to ensure its reliability and admissibility. The bill has been met with mixed reactions. Some have praised it for its progressive reforms, while others …