Section 56: Proof of contents of documents

Q: What is धारा 56 BSA?

धारा 56 BSA is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs proof of contents of documents. This section replaces Section 62 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 56 BSA?

Dhara 56 BSA is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) governs proof of contents of documents. This section replaces Section 62 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024. As verified on 21 May 2026.

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Table of Contents

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Chapter V — Of Documentary Evidence

Section 56

Proof of contents of documents

Quick Answer

What is Section 56 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)?

Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) pertains to “Proof of contents of documents”. Also referred to as Dhara 56 BSA or BSA Sec 56.

Act: Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Section

56 – Proof of contents of documents

Chapter

Chapter V — Of Documentary Evidence

Status

● In Force

Jurisdiction

Republic of India

Hindi

धारा 56 BSADhara 56 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 §62

Indian Evidence Act, 1872

This Section

BSA §56

Section 56

Section 56 of the BSA replaces Section 62 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 §56 vs IEA §62

The contents of documents may be proved either by primary or by secondary evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Section 56 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deal with?

Section 56 BSA pertains to "Proof of contents of documents". It is part of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.

Is Section 56 BSA still in force?

Yes, Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

What is Dhara 56 BSA in Hindi?

Dhara 56 BSA is the Hindi reference for Section 56 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.

Which old section does Section 56 BSA replace?

Section 56 replaces Section 62 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), effective from 1 July 2024.

How to cite Section 56 of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

Cite as: "Section 56, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.