Consider the following statements: The Indian Evidence Act is applicable to
- the proceedings under chapter IX of Cr.PC
- court martial under the Army Act
- affidavits presented to any court
- an execution proceeding Which of the statements given above are correct?
Verified Answer
A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 2, and 4
C. 2 and 3
D. 1 and 4
Explanation:
Section 1 of the Indian Evidence Act states that it applies to all judicial proceedings, including Courts-martial (except those under specific acts like the Army Act), but not to affidavits or arbitration proceedings. Proceedings under Chapter IX of Cr.PC (maintenance) and execution proceedings are judicial proceedings, so 1 and 4 are correct. Court-martial under the Army Act (2) and affidavits (3) are explicitly excluded.