Section 40: Facts bearing upon opinions of experts

Q: What is धारा 40 BSA?

धारा 40 BSA is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs facts bearing upon opinions of experts. This section replaces Section 46 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 40 BSA?

Dhara 40 BSA is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs facts bearing upon opinions of experts. This section replaces Section 46 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024. As verified on 21 May 2026.

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Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Chapter II — Of the Relevancy of Facts

Section 40

Facts bearing upon opinions of experts

Quick Answer

What is Section 40 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)?

Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) pertains to “Facts bearing upon opinions of experts”. Also referred to as Dhara 40 BSA or BSA Sec 40.

Act: Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Section

40 – Facts bearing upon opinions of experts

Chapter

Chapter II — Of the Relevancy of Facts

Status

● In Force

Jurisdiction

Republic of India

Hindi

धारा 40 BSADhara 40 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.

New LawEffective 1 July 2024

Replaces

IEA §46

Indian Evidence Act, 1872

This Section

BSA §40

Section 40

Section 40 of the BSA replaces Section 46 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024. This is part of India's comprehensive criminal law reform.

Read old IEA →📊 Compare BSA §40 vs IEA §46

Facts, not otherwise relevant, are relevant if they support or are inconsistent with the opinions of experts, when such opinions are relevant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Section 40 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deal with?

Section 40 BSA pertains to "Facts bearing upon opinions of experts". It is part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.

Is Section 40 BSA still in force?

Yes, Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

What is Dhara 40 BSA in Hindi?

Dhara 40 BSA is the Hindi reference for Section 40 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.

Which old section does Section 40 BSA replace?

Section 40 replaces Section 46 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024.

How to cite Section 40 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

Cite as: "Section 40, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.