Section 226 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, (BSA), 2023

The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (Indian Evidence Act, 2023) is a comprehensive statute enacted to consolidate and provide general rules and principles of evidence for fair trial in India. It was passed by the Parliament in December 2023 and came into effect on July 1, 2024, replacing the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 .(en.wikipedia.org)

Section 226 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 deals with the presumption of the existence of certain facts. It allows the court to presume the existence of certain facts in specific circumstances, aiding in the determination of the case. This section is part of the broader framework that governs the admissibility and relevancy of evidence in legal proceedings.

For a detailed examination of Section 226 and its application, you can refer to the official text of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 available at the India Code website: (

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