"Facts not otherwise relevant are relevant if they are inconsistent with any fact in issue or relevant fact". Which of the following sections of the Indian Evidence Act contains the aforesaid principle of law? (A) Section 9 (B) Section 10 (C) Section 11 (D) Section 12
Verified Answer
A. Section 9
B. Section 10
C. Section 11
D. Section 12
Explanation:
The principle 'Facts not otherwise relevant are relevant if they are inconsistent with any fact in issue or relevant fact' is enshrined in Section 11 of the Indian Evidence Act, which deals with the relevancy of facts otherwise irrelevant (often referred to as the plea of alibi).