Section 167: Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice

Q: What is धारा 167 BSA?

धारा 167 BSA is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 167 BSA?

Dhara 167 BSA is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice. As verified on 21 May 2026.

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Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Chapter X — Of the Examination of Witnesses

Section 167

Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice

Quick Answer

What is Section 167 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)?

Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) pertains to “Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice”. Also referred to as Dhara 167 BSA or BSA Sec 167.

Act: Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Section

167 – Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice

Chapter

Chapter X — Of the Examination of Witnesses

Status

● In Force

Jurisdiction

Republic of India

Hindi

धारा 167 BSADhara 167 BSA

Verified by editorial team on Pending · Last system check: 21 May 2026

Reviewed by LOTS Editorial Board · Last verified 21 May 2026

Key Facts & Information

Enactment DateUnknown

Scope & ContextThis provision forms part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.

When a party refuses to produce a document which he has had notice to produce, he cannot afterwards use the document as evidence without the consent of the other party or the order of the Court.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Section 167 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deal with?

Section 167 BSA pertains to "Using, as evidence, of document production of which was refused on notice". It is part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.

Is Section 167 BSA still in force?

Yes, Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

What is Dhara 167 BSA in Hindi?

Dhara 167 BSA is the Hindi reference for Section 167 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.

How to cite Section 167 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

Cite as: "Section 167, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.