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Indian Evidence Act

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 472

Q472

Which of the following is true as to the standard of proof in criminal and civil proceedings

A.
In criminal proceedings the standard is beyond reasonable doubt and also in civil proceedings
B.
In criminal proceedings the stand is beyond reasonable doubt while in civil proceedings it is 'upon the balance of probabilities'
Answer
C.
In criminal and civil proceedings both it is 'upon the balance of probabilities'
D.
In criminal proceedings it is 'upon the balance of probabilities' while in civil 'beyond reasonable doubt'

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
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