Question

    Select the correct answer using the codes given

    below: 1. Any mental condition, of which any person is conscious, is a fact 2. 'A' is of unsound mind, but he is not conscious of it, is a fact 3. Anything which cannot be proved by evidence is not a fact 4. A matter of law is not a matter of fact
    A Only 1 and 2 are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only 1 and 3 are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only 1, 2 and 4 are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 14 of the Act: A fact relevant as showing the existence of a relevant state of mind must show that the state of mind exists, not generally, but in reference to the particular matter in question.But where, upon the trial of a person accused of an offence, the previous commission by the accused of an offence is relevant within the meaning of this section, the previous conviction of such person shall also be a relevant fact.

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