Necessity rule as to admissibility of evidence has been given under which section of the Indian Evid...........

Indian Evidence Act (IEA) 1872 Relevancy of Facts

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Necessity rule as to admissibility of evidence has been given under which section of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872?

Section 45

Section 33

Section 32

Section 31

Explanation:

- Section 45: This section deals with opinions of experts. It is about admitting expert opinion in court on matters of science, art, or handwriting when relevant.

- Section 33: It concerns the relevance of certain evidence given in previous judicial proceedings if the person cannot be present for the proceeding.

- Section 32: This section deals with cases in which statements of relevant facts by a person who is dead or cannot be found are considered relevant. It’s known as the "necessity rule" for admissibility when the person cannot testify.

- Section 31: This section states that admissions are not conclusive proof of the matters admitted but may operate as estoppels under some circumstances.

The correct answer is:

Option 3: Section 32