Relevancy Vs. Admissibility - Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 by Man Mohan Sharma, Former Principal

The law of evidence is not confined to what appears important to a party. A fact may appear relevant, yet it may not always be admissible in Court. Similarly, admissibility does not automatically establish proof. The distinction between relevancy, admissibility and probative value is one of the most crucial aspects of effective trial practice. This insightful session on “Relevancy Vs. Admissibility under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023” examines the practical and conceptual difference between evidence which is legally relevant and evidence which can actually be received, relied upon and appreciated by the Court. The discussion focuses on the core principles governing facts in issue, relevant facts, admissible evidence, documentary evidence, electronic records, oral evidence, burden of proof and the manner in which evidence must be tested during trial. The session also highlights how improper understanding of relevancy and admissibility can weaken pleadings, cross-examination, objections and final arguments. The session will be addressed by Man Mohan Sharma, Former Principal Judge, Family Courts, Delhi, a seasoned judicial officer with rich experience in adjudication, appreciation of evidence and courtroom procedure. His judicial perspective brings clarity on how evidence is examined by Courts, how objections are considered and how lawyers must prepare their cases keeping in view the rules of evidence. This session is useful for advocates, young lawyers, law students, judicial aspirants and all those interested in understanding the practical working of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 beyond the bare provisions. A valuable discussion on why every successful case depends not only on facts, but on legally admissible, properly proved and effectively presented evidence. #BeyondLawCLC #BharatiyaSakshyaAdhiniyam #BSA2023 #EvidenceLaw #RelevancyVsAdmissibility #LawOfEvidence #IndianEvidenceLaw #NewCriminalLaws #TrialPractice #CourtroomPractice #LegalDrafting #CrossExamination #BurdenOfProof #ElectronicEvidence #DocumentaryEvidence #OralEvidence #Advocates #YoungLawyers #LawStudents #JudicialAspirants #IndianLaw #LegalEducation #CourtCraft #LegalAwareness #ManMohanSharma