# Section 47 in THE BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM, 2023 – BSA

> In criminal cases previous good character relevant.47. In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.

Source: https://sudhirrao.com/insights/section-47-in-the-bharatiya-sakshya-adhiniyam-2023-bsa  
Author: Sudhir Rao — Advocate, Supreme Court of India  
Category: BSA  
Published: 2024-09-08

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**In criminal cases previous good character relevant.**

**47.** In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character, is relevant.

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