What is Section 145 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)?
Section 145 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) pertains to “Witnesses to character”. Also referred to as Dhara 145 BSA or BSA Sec 145.
Act
Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
Section
145 – Witnesses to character
Chapter
Chapter X — Of the Examination of Witnesses
Status
● In Force
Jurisdiction
Republic of India
Hindi
धारा 145 BSADhara 145 BSA
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Key Facts & Information
Enactment DateUnknown
Scope & ContextThis provision forms part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
Witnesses to character may be cross-examined and re-examined.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Section 145 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deal with?
Section 145 BSA pertains to "Witnesses to character". It is part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.
Is Section 145 BSA still in force?
Yes, Section 145 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 is currently in force across the Republic of India.
What is Dhara 145 BSA in Hindi?
Dhara 145 BSA is the Hindi reference for Section 145 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.
How to cite Section 145 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?
Cite as: "Section 145, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.
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