PAVING THE WAY FOR DIGITALIZATION OF EVIDENCE UNDER THE NEW ‘BHARITYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM

The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam marks an important step forward for India's legal system, especially in how it manages electronic evidence as technology continues to develop. It replaces the Indian Evidence Act by making it easier and more modern to decide if electronic evidence can be used in court. The Adhiniyam includes clearer rules to solve earlier problems, like rigid procedures and doubts about authenticity, helping the legal process keep up with digital changes. This article reviews how electronic evidence has developed in India, from its limited use under the old law to its full inclusion in the new Act. It points out the improvements in efficiency and clarity, and explains how the updated rules make court decisions more accurate and transparent by addressing issues with data reliability. These changes help build public trust in the justice system. The article also discusses how the law is adapting to new technology and the need for ongoing legal reforms so that justice remains practical and effective as technology evolves. Finally, it looks ahead to the future of digital evidence in India and calls for further legislative changes to make the justice system fairer and more effective.