Evidence under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam means & includes

Correct option is C

Under Section 2 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023, "evidence" is defined to include:

1. Ocular Evidence (Oral Evidence): This refers to all statements made by witnesses in the court, which are required by law to be recorded. It includes direct statements observed or experienced by the witness.

2. Documentary Evidence: This includes all documents presented in court that are admissible for proving or disproving facts. This also extends to electronic records.

The BSA recognizes both ocular (oral) and documentary evidence as valid forms of evidence, provided they are admissible as per the rules of relevancy and admissibility. Thus, the correct answer is (c) Ocular and documentary evidence both.