Digital Evidence in India: Navigating the Shift from IEA to BSA
In an era where technology is deeply embedded in our daily lives, from social media interactions to financial transactions, the footprint we leave behind is increasingly digital. Consequently, “electronic” or “digital” evidence has become the backbone of modern criminal and civil investigations. With the introduction of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA), the landscape of how this evidence is appreciated and admitted in Indian courts is undergoing a significant transformation. ...