Section 47 Earlier Evidence Act 53
In criminal cases previous good character relevant
Chapter 2: Relevancy of facts
In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.
The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (Act No. 47 of 2023). As printed in the Gazette on 25 December 2023. Later amendments, if any, are not included.