Section 47: In criminal cases previous good character relevant

Q: What is धारा 47 BSA?

धारा 47 BSA is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs in criminal cases previous good character relevant. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 47 BSA?

Dhara 47 BSA is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs in criminal cases previous good character relevant. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Law on Tips Editorial Board

Friday, 22 May 2026

Law on Tips(LOTS)

India's Premier Legal News

⌘K

Submit News

Home
The Bar Room
The Gazette
The Library
Legal League
Columns
Interviews

⚖

Loading…

Law on Tips.

India's most authoritative legal news platform. Bringing you the latest judgments, legislative updates, and in-depth legal analysis from the Supreme Court, High Courts, and Tribunals.

Explore

The Bar Room
The Gazette
The Library
Compare Acts
Legal League
Columns

Trust & Standards

About Us
Editorial Policy
Fact-Checking
Corrections
Methodology
Ownership
Masthead
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use
Contact

Get the latest legal news delivered to your inbox daily.

Bar News Acts League

Table of Contents

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Chapter II — Of the Relevancy of Facts

Section 47

In criminal cases previous good character relevant

Quick Answer

What is Section 47 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)?

Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) pertains to “In criminal cases previous good character relevant”. Also referred to as Dhara 47 BSA or BSA Sec 47.

Act: Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Section

47 – In criminal cases previous good character relevant

Chapter

Chapter II — Of the Relevancy of Facts

Status

● In Force

Jurisdiction

Republic of India

Hindi

धारा 47 BSADhara 47 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.

In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Section 47 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deal with?

Section 47 BSA pertains to "In criminal cases previous good character relevant". It is part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.

Is Section 47 BSA still in force?

Yes, Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

What is Dhara 47 BSA in Hindi?

Dhara 47 BSA is the Hindi reference for Section 47 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.

How to cite Section 47 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

Cite as: "Section 47, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.