Tampering of Evidence Under Indian Evidence Act, 1872: Legal Provisions and Implications

Authors

  • Dimpal Goyal Research Scholar BMU University
  • Dr. Anamika Yadav Assistant professor, Department of law

Keywords:

Tampering of evidence, Indian Evidence Act, 1872, legal provisions, evidence integrity, judicial challenges, forensic evidence, criminal justice system, legal reforms, admissibility of evidence

Abstract

Particularly under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, the problem of tampering with evidence seriously compromises the integrity of the criminal justice system.  This study looks at the legal laws regarding evidence manipulation and its consequences in India.  It emphasizes the legal framework controlling evidence tampering, investigates how tampered evidence affects court cases, and points out the Indian legal system's shortcomings and obstacles in handling this matter.  The study also investigates practical steps to reduce evidence tampering, legislative changes, and current court patterns.  It ends by providing suggestions to improve the effectiveness of the Indian Evidence Act in handling evidence tampering in a dynamic legal environment.

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2023-10-30

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Dimpal Goyal, & Dr. Anamika Yadav. (2023). Tampering of Evidence Under Indian Evidence Act, 1872: Legal Provisions and Implications. Universal Research Reports, 10(4), 568–573. Retrieved from https://urr.shodhsagar.com/index.php/j/article/view/1477

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Vol. 10 No. 4 (2023): Volume 10 | Issue 4 | 2023

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