Primary vs Secondary Evidence
Definition
Primary evidence is the original document; secondary evidence is a copy, oral account or summary. BSA Sections 57 to 60 govern the distinction.
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- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023: Forensic Evidence in CourtPrimary evidence is the original document; secondary evidence is a copy, oral account or summary. BSA Sections 57 to 60 govern the distinction.