Which one of the following statements is correct? "Hearsay evidence" become relevant
Verified Answer
A. when it is ratified by admission or confession
B. when it comes under the ambit of section 6 of the Indian Evidence Act
C. when it is mentioned in any public document or is presumed by the court
D. in all of the categories mentioned above
Explanation:
Hearsay evidence is generally inadmissible, but the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, provides several exceptions where it becomes relevant. These exceptions include statements forming part of the same transaction (Res Gestae) under Section 6, Admissions and Confessions (Sections 17-30), and statements made in public documents (Sections 35, 74) or facts presumed by the court (Section 114). Therefore, all the categories mentioned in (A), (B), and (C) are instances where what would otherwise be hearsay becomes relevant and admissible.