Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) (i) and (iii) are correct. The correct statements are that evidence of character in civil cases is irrelevant and that evidence of good character is irrelevant in criminal cases. The character of a person is generally not considered unless it directly affects the issues in the case, like in defamation cases (civil) or in cases where character evidence is admissible under specific provisions in criminal law. Information Booster In civil cases, character evidence is typically irrelevant unless the character itself is directly in issue. In criminal cases, the prosecution cannot use bad character evidence against the accused unless the accused introduces evidence of good character. Evidence of good character is generally irrelevant unless introduced by the defense. Additional Knowledge
· (ii) Previous conviction is relevant as evidence of bad character This is true in certain criminal proceedings but not applicable in all cases.
· (iv) Word cases character includes reputation only This statement is incorrect as character includes both reputation and disposition, not reputation alone.
