Section 102
of Evidence Act
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Section 102
The burden of proof in a suit or proceedings lies on that person who would fail if no evidence at all were given on either side.
Evidence
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Illustrations
(a)
A sues B for land of which B is in possession, and which, as A asserts, was left to A by the will of C, B’s father.
If no evidence were given on either side, B would be entitled to his possession.
Therefore, the burden of proof is on A.
(b)
A sues B for money due on a bond.
The execution of the bond is admitted, but B says that it was obtained by fraud, which A denies.
If no evidence were given on either side, A would succeed as the bond is not disputed and the fraud is not proved.
Therefore, the burden of proof is on B.
Burden of proof as to particular fact.