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What is the subject of section 53 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

Section 53 dispenses with proof of facts admitted at the hearing, admitted beforehand in a signed writing, or deemed admitted under the applicable pleading rules. The court…

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What is the subject of section 53 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023?

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Section 53 dispenses with proof of facts admitted at the hearing, admitted beforehand in a signed writing, or deemed admitted under the applicable pleading rules.

The court retains discretion to require proof. The rule corresponds to former section 58 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

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Option A

Facts formally admitted in the proceeding ordinarily need no proof. The court can still require proof under the proviso.

Option B

The Adhiniyam deals with evidentiary admissions in its separate provisions on admissions.

Option C

Section 53 covers agreement to admit a fact at or in writing before the hearing and deemed admissions under pleading rules. It does not govern all evidentiary admissions.

Option D

Sections 54 and 55 deal with oral proof and direct oral evidence.

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