Question

    Which of the following is considered a "document"

    according to the   Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam?
    A Only handwritten or typed papers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only paper-based writings and maps Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only printed books and photographs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only emails and server logs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E A map, an inscription on a metal plate, a caricature, and an electronic record stored on digital devices Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Section 2.(1) (d) documentIllustrations(i) A writing is a document.(ii) Words printed, lithographed or photographed are documents.(iii) A map or plan is a document.(iv) An inscription on a metal plate or stone is a document.(v) A caricature is a document.(vi) An electronic record on emails, server logs, documents on computers, laptopor smartphone, messages, websites, locational evidence and voice mail messagesstored on digital devices are documents. 

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