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Indian Evidence Act (IEA) 1872 Burden of Proof

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Burden of proof’ means

the burden of proof as a matter of law & pleadings is burden of establishing a case

the burden of proof as to introduction of evidence

both (a) &: (b)

only (b) & not (a).

Explanation:

- Option 1: Refers to the burden of proof related to law and pleadings, focusing on establishing a case. This involves proving the elements necessary to win the case.

- Option 2: Focuses on the burden of proof in terms of introducing evidence. This involves providing sufficient evidence to make a point or support an argument.

- Option 3: Combines both legal establishment and evidential introduction. This means covering both establishing the case and presenting necessary evidence.

- Option 4: Implies focusing only on introducing evidence, not establishing the legal case itself.

Correct Answer: Option 3 - both (a) & (b)