Proof when attesting witness denies execution.
70. If the attesting witness denies or does not recollect the execution of the document, its execution may be proved by other evidence.
Section 70 in THE BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM, 2023 – BSA
Proof when attesting witness denies execution.70. If the attesting witness denies or does not recollect the execution of the document, its execution may be proved by other evidence.
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