📘 Law of Evidence (A Commentary on the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 as Amended by Act 13 of 2013) – In 2 Volumes
✒️ Author: Chief Justice M. Monir
📆 Edition: 1st (2016)
🌐 Language: English
🏢 Publisher: Lexis Nexis
📖 Description:
Chief Justice M. Monir’s “Law of Evidence” is one of the most authoritative and time-honoured commentaries on the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Spanning across two comprehensive volumes, this classic work provides a section-wise, in-depth analysis of the principles, doctrines, and judicial interpretations that have shaped the law of evidence in India.
Renowned for its clarity, analytical precision, and exhaustive coverage, Monir’s treatise continues to be the benchmark reference for judges, lawyers, academicians, and law students across the country.
🔍 Key Features:
Exhaustive Section-wise Commentary on the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, updated to include amendments made by Act 13 of 2013.
Integrates landmark judgments of the Supreme Court and High Courts, offering a panoramic understanding of the law’s development.
Covers core evidentiary principles—burden of proof, relevancy, admissibility, presumptions, estoppel, and examination of witnesses.
Discusses modern concepts such as electronic records, digital signatures, and electronic evidence, aligning with contemporary judicial interpretation.
Presents comparative insights from English and international jurisprudence where relevant.
Provides cross-references, illustrations, and practical explanations to aid comprehension and courtroom application.
🎯 Recommended For:
Judges and Lawyers practicing in civil and criminal courts.
Law Professors and Researchers engaged in the study or teaching of Evidence Law.
Law Students preparing for university exams, judicial services, or professional courses.
Police and Investigating Officers seeking clarity on evidentiary standards and admissibility of proof.
⭐ Notable Strength:
Monir’s commentary remains a cornerstone in Indian legal literature, balancing academic depth with practical relevance, and continues to guide the interpretation and application of evidentiary principles in modern Indian courts.
