Question

In relation to Relevancy of Character in civil cases, which of the following is not correct

• A. It is not at all relevant
• B. It is relevant when it affects award of damage
• C. When character is itself an issue
• D. When it appears from the fact otherwise relevant

Hint:

Character is mostly irrelevant in civil cases, but exceptions exist (damages, defamation, etc.).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Law of relevancy.
Under Sections 52–55 of the Evidence Act, character is generally irrelevant in civil cases.

Step 2: Exceptions.
Character is relevant if—
- It directly affects damages claimed.
- It is itself in issue (e.g., defamation, divorce).
- It emerges from otherwise relevant facts.

Step 3: Incorrect statement.
Hence, saying "not at all relevant" is incorrect.

Step 4: Conclusion.
Thus, answer is (A).