Correct option is A
In
R.M. Malkani v. State of Maharashtra, the Supreme Court held that tape-recorded conversations are admissible in evidence if they are relevant, authentic, and have not been tampered with. The case established the criteria for the admissibility of electronic evidence in Indian courts, particularly the importance of verifying the accuracy and integrity of such recordings.
Information Booster This landmark case established that electronic evidence, including tape recordings, can be treated as documentary evidence under Indian law. For a tape recording to be admissible, it must be relevant to the case, the voice must be clearly identifiable, and the recording must not have been altered. This ensures that the evidence is reliable and credible.
Additional Knowledge
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Admission made to public: Statements made by a party in public that can be used as evidence against them.
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Expert opinion: Opinions provided by someone with specialized knowledge in a particular field relevant to the case.
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Hearsay evidence: Statements made outside the courtroom that are offered in court as evidence, are generally inadmissible unless they fall under an exception.
