What is the BSA equivalent of IEA Section 143?

IEA Section 143 (Leading question permission) corresponds to Section 146(4) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, per the official comparative table.

When did this change come into force?

The replacement came into force on 1 July 2024. Matters registered before that date continue under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

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IEA 143 in BSA: Section 146(4)

Leading question permission

IEA

143

BSA

146(4)

Under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 143 dealt with "Leading question permission". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 146(4) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. This is the official correspondence — always confirm against the bare Act for the exact current text.

This page gives the official section-number correspondence only. Check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on the exact text or procedural implications.

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Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official Evidence Act/BSA Section Table. Verified on 2026-07-20. Reference only — not legal advice. Confirm against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on this mapping in any filing.

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What is the BSA equivalent of IEA Section 143?: IEA Section 143 (Leading question permission) corresponds to Section 146(4) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, per the official comparative table.
When did this change come into force?: The replacement came into force on 1 July 2024. Matters registered before that date continue under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

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