Question

As per Section 78(2) of the BSA 2023, presumption about the officer signing or certifying a document is?

• A. The officer’s signature is assumed to be forgery
• B. The officer did not hold the claimed officer character at the time of signing
• C. The officer held the official character claimed when signing or certifying the document
• D. The document’s authenticity is independent of the official’s official character

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Section 78(2) of the Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023 creates a presumption that an officer who signs or certifies a document held the official character claimed when doing so. This presumption can be rebutted by evidence to the contrary.