Question

Which of the following is correct according to the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 pertaining to proof of contents of the documents?

• A. Contents of the documents shall be proved by primary evidence.
• B. Contents of the documents may be proved by secondary evidence.
• C. Contents of the documents shall be proved by both primary and secondary evidence.
• D. Contents of documents may be proved either by primary or by secondary evidence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

According to the Indian Evidence Act, contents of a document can be proved by primary evidence (the original document) or, in certain cases, by secondary evidence.