In the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, presumption refers to the legal inference or assumption that a fact is true until it is disproved. The act distinguishes between different types of presumptions:
- May Presume: The court has the discretion to accept a fact as true unless it is disproved.
- Shall Presume: The court is obligated to accept a fact as true unless it is disproved.
- Conclusive Proof: Certain facts are considered absolutely true and cannot be disproved.
These presumptions are crucial in guiding the court’s approach to evidence and ensuring fairness in judicial proceedings. If you’d like to explore specific sections or examples, let me know!
