Set 3: Scenario-Based + Assertion & Reason Type MCQs from the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, crafted specifically for Judicial Services Prelims prep.
Set 3: Scenario-Based + Assertion & Reason Type MCQs from the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, crafted specifically for Judicial Services Prelims prep.
⚖️ Mock Test – Set 3: Scenario-Based + Assertion & Reason (Advanced)
Total Questions: 10 | Mixed Types | Topics Covered: Confessions, Electronic Evidence, Relevancy, Admissions, Witness Law
Q1. [Assertion & Reason]
Assertion (A): A confession made in police custody is inadmissible under the BSA.
Reason (R): Because the BSA absolutely bars any confession made to any person while in police custody, regardless of circumstances.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
C. A is true, but R is false
D. A is false, R is true
Answer: C
Explanation: Confessions made in police custody are inadmissible, except the part that leads to discovery of a fact (i.e., partial admissibility under Section 27 logic retained in BSA). So, R is incorrect.
Q2. [Scenario]
A digital invoice file is produced in court from a cloud server. The party also submits a 65B certificate signed by the IT Head of the company.
Is this admissible under BSA?
A. No, cloud data is inadmissible
B. Yes, because it is supported by a Section 65B certificate
C. Yes, but only if the file is printed
D. No, unless verified by an expert
Answer: B
Explanation: Electronic records from servers are admissible if Section 65B certification is attached, even if from the cloud.
Q3. [Assertion & Reason]
Assertion (A): A confession made by one accused cannot be used against another co-accused unless both are jointly tried.
Reason (R): Because BSA prohibits hearsay evidence.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation
B. A is true, but R is false
C. Both A and R are false
D. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
Answer: D
Explanation: A co-accused’s confession is admissible only if jointly tried, but not due to hearsay reasons — rather, due to the nature of inter-accused evidence and fairness.
Q4. [Scenario]
In a rape trial, the victim gives her testimony in-camera, and no other corroborating witness is present. The defense objects.
What does BSA allow?
A. Victim’s sole testimony is insufficient
B. Conviction cannot be based on victim testimony alone
C. Victim’s testimony, if reliable, can form sole basis of conviction
D. Only medical evidence can prove such charges
Answer: C
Explanation: Reliable sole testimony of the prosecutrix is sufficient under law if found trustworthy.
Q5. [Assertion & Reason]
Assertion (A): Public documents are admissible without formal proof.
Reason (R): Because they are considered self-authenticating under law.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation
B. A is true, but R is false
C. A is false, R is true
D. Both A and R are false
Answer: A
Explanation: Certified copies of public documents (e.g., judgments, orders) are self-authenticating under BSA.
Q6. [Scenario]
In a suit for recovery, the plaintiff relies on a WhatsApp chat and produces only screenshots. No 65B certificate is submitted.
What should the court do?
A. Accept the chats if not denied
B. Accept only if screenshot is printed on official letterhead
C. Reject the evidence unless a Section 65B certificate is filed
D. Accept it as secondary evidence
Answer: C
Explanation: Electronic records like WhatsApp chats must be accompanied by a valid Section 65B certificate.
Q7. [Assertion & Reason]
Assertion (A): Admissions are conclusive proof under BSA.
Reason (R): Because once admitted, a fact cannot be contested.
A. Both A and R are true
B. A is true, R is false
C. A is false, R is true
D. Both A and R are false
Answer: B
Explanation: Admissions are not conclusive — they are relevant and may operate as estoppel, but can be explained or retracted in some cases.
Q8. [Scenario]
During a trial, a document over 20 years old is produced from proper custody. There’s no witness to prove its authorship.
Under BSA, how will the court treat it?
A. It is inadmissible without oral proof
B. It is presumed to be genuine if produced from proper custody
C. It must be proven through handwriting experts
D. Only certified copies are acceptable
Answer: B
Explanation: Documents older than 20 years from proper custody attract presumption of genuineness under BSA (similar to old rule under IEA).
Q9. [Assertion & Reason]
Assertion (A): Hearsay evidence is generally inadmissible in court.
Reason (R): Because such evidence is unreliable and cannot be cross-examined.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation
B. A is true, R is false
C. A is false, R is true
D. Both A and R are false
Answer: A
Explanation: Hearsay is inadmissible because it lacks direct knowledge and opportunity to cross-examine.
Q10. [Scenario]
A calls B as a witness. During B’s examination-in-chief, B refuses to answer and gives evasive replies. A seeks permission to cross-examine B.
What should the court do?
A. Deny, since cross-examination can be done only by the opposing party
B. Allow cross-examination if B is declared hostile
C. Replace the witness
D. Permit re-examination
Answer: B
Explanation: When a witness turns hostile, the party who called them may cross-examine after court declares the witness hostile.
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