A Comparative Study Of Law Relating To Hostile Witnesses In India And Jurisdictions Around The World
- IJLLR Journal
- Oct 4
- 1 min read
Deenakshi Bhagat, OP Jindal Global University
ABSTRACT
This paper is an effort to understand the concept of hostile witnesses in light of the new set of criminal laws (namely the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (replaced Indian Penal Code), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (replaced the Criminal Procedure Code) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (replaced Indian Evidence Act)). This concept is not only relevant in India but in all countries irrespective of whether they follow Common Law or Civil Law. The jurisprudence related to the hostile witnesses in various jurisdictions, how it evolved and its impact in the modern society have been analyzed. There are also scholarly articles that are being written which point towards a reform that is much needed in an ever-changing society. But whether the change happens for good or not is a question for posterity. This paper is purely an attempt at understanding the challenges of the topic chosen and whether the current jurisprudence around it does justice to it or not.
