Question

Indian Evidence Act applies to:

• A. Proceedings before tribunals
• B. Proceedings before the arbitrator
• C. Judicial proceedings in court
• D. All of the above

Hint:

Evidence Act = applicable only to judicial proceedings in courts, not to arbitrations or tribunals.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Applicability.
The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 applies strictly to judicial proceedings in courts, not to proceedings before arbitrators or tribunals unless specifically extended by law.
Step 2: Clarification.
- Arbitrations are not bound by the Evidence Act.
- Certain tribunals may adopt its principles, but the Act does not apply directly.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Hence, option (c) Judicial proceedings in court is correct.