Question

    When a man is prosecuted for making speeches promot­ing hatred and enmity between different communities-

    A Previous speeches made by him are not relevant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Previous speeches made by him are admissible under section 12 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Previous speeches made by him are admissible under section 13 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Previous speeches made by him are admissible under section 14 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In order to prove such offences, certain facts which show the existence of a particular state of mind are relevant and admissible as evidence. Section 14 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 deals with the proof of “Facts showing the existence of any state of mind or of body or bodily felling” What is In suits for damages, facts tending to enable Court to determine amount are relevant, What is Facts relevant when right or custom is in question Section 12 and 13 of Indian Evidence Act 1872. Therefore D is the correct answer.

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