Section 49

Opinion as to usages, tenets, etc., when relevant.

The Indian Evidence Act, 1872

  • Act 1 of 1872
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
All sections
    When the Court has to form an opinion as to--
     the usages and tenets of any body of men or family,
     the constitution and government of any religious or charitable foundation, or
     the meaning of words or terms used in particular districts or by particular classes of people,
     the opinion of persons having special means of knowledge thereon are, relevant facts.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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