Law of Evidence for Judiciary: Important Topics, Latest Case Laws & Fool-Proof Preparation Strategy

Judiciary aspirants often say that Law of Evidence is either the easiest Act… or the most unforgiving one.
Why?
Because in prelims, a single tricky MCQ from BSA can drop your rank, and in mains, a poorly structured answer can spoil an otherwise brilliant attempt.

At Jyoti Judiciary Coaching Jaipur, we teach students one thing clearly:
 Evidence is not a theoretical subject — it is the backbone of every courtroom battle.

If you truly master the Law of Evidence, you automatically become stronger in CrPC, IPC/BNS, even Civil Procedure, because every fact, every presumption, every burden eventually sits on the rules of evidence.

This guide is crafted exactly the way we teach inside the classroom — clarity, depth, latest case laws, and zero confusion.

PART 1 — Most Important Topics of Evidence Law for Judiciary (RJS / MPJS / UPJS / Delhi)

These topics cover 80% of the questions asked in prelims and mains. Study them like a prosecutor preparing for trial — sharp, logical, attack mode.

1. Admissions & Confessions

Why important?
Because this is where the difference between fact discovered, extra-judicial confession, retracted confession, and custodial confession decides the entire case.

Key points:

• Section 22 BSA – relevance of oral admissions
• Section 23 – admissions in civil cases
• Confession to police officer – still not admissible
• Discovery under Section 27 equivalent provision → Hotspot for MCQs

2. Dying Declaration

Every year, compulsory question.
Focus on:

• Types: written, oral, gestures
• When can it be discarded?
• Can a dying declaration alone convict? → YES, if trustworthy.
• Role of magistrate vs doctor

3. Burden of Proof (Foundational Chapter for Mains)

Study like mathematics — definitions, exceptions, and case laws.

Essential areas:

• Section 104: shifting burden
• Section 111: presumption against suicide abetment
• Section 122: maternal/paternal presumption
• Special presumptions for rape, dowry death

4. Character Evidence

Highly scoring topic.
Focus on difference between:

• Character as “fact in issue”
• Character as “relevant fact”
• Previous bad character → when admissible
• Previous good character → when relevant

5. Expert Evidence

Judiciary loves asking:

• Who is an expert?
• Medical expert vs handwriting expert
• DNA → When conclusive?
• Voice matching
• Narco → not admissible as evidence but can aid investigation

6. Electronic Evidence (Super Important for New Judiciary Pattern)

What to study:

• 65B certificate requirement
• Conditions for admissibility
• Cloned copy vs mirror image
• Hash value
• Metadata relevance

7. Presumptions

This is where toppers take lead.
Focus on:

• Mandatory presumptions
• Discretionary presumptions
• Presumption of legitimacy
• Presumption of abetment
• Presumption regarding 498A/113B scenario

PART 2 — Recent Supreme Court Judgments (Must Write in Mains)

These case laws make your answers look like a real judge wrote them.

1. Arjun Panditrao Khotkar v. Kailash Kushanrao Gorantyal (2020)

Held that 65B certificate is mandatory for electronic evidence unless produced by original device owner.

Perfect for: Electronic evidence questions.

2. Murli v. State of Rajasthan (2022)

Held that even retracted confession can be relied upon if corroborated by other evidence.

Use in: Confession & admission questions.

3. Satpal Singh v. State of Haryana (2023)

Court clarified:
A dying declaration can be the sole basis of conviction if it passes the test of truthfulness.

Use in: Dying declaration answers.

4. Shafhi Mohammad v. State of Himachal Pradesh (2022 reaffirmed)

Relaxed 65B certificate requirement in special situations — BUT only for documents not in possession of the party.

Use in: Electronic evidence controversies.

5. State of Karnataka v. Shivlinga (2024)

Court emphasised:
Burden of proof always lies on prosecution unless statute shifts presumption consciously.

Use in: Burden of proof.

PART 3 — How to Prepare Evidence Law for Judiciary (10X Better Strategy Used at Jyoti Judiciary Coaching Jaipur)

Our students follow this roadmap and consistently clear RJS with top ranks.

1. Start with Bare Act — No notes initially

Evidence Act (BSA) is formula-based.
If you don’t read the bare act, you cannot solve prelims traps.

Read:

• Section heading
• Illustration
• Explanation
• Exception

2. Create a “One-Page Summary” for every chapter

This is a Jyoti Judiciary signature method.
Each topic is compressed into a 1-page sheet:

Your sheet must contain:

• Definition
• Keywords
• Presumptions
• Exceptions
• Case law
• Illustration

3. Link Evidence with Criminal + Civil Laws

Example:

• Burden of proof ↔ 304B dowry death
• Admissions ↔ CrPC 161, 164
• Expert evidence ↔ DNA under BNS
• Electronic evidence ↔ Cyber offences

This integration is why Jyoti Judiciary students write better answers.

4. Solve Previous 10 Years of RJS Papers

You will notice:

• 65B
• Presumptions
• Dying declaration
• Expert evidence
  come every year in some form.

5. Write 15 mains answers from each chapter

Our toppers write:
one analytical answer
one case-based answer
one “critically examine” answer

This makes your content unbeatable in mains.

6. Revise 5 times — evidence is memory-driven

Use:

• flowcharts
• tables
• mnemonics
• case law bullet points

This is how you become “exam ready.”

PART 4 — Why Jyoti Judiciary Coaching Jaipur Teaches Evidence Law Differently

Because we don’t teach “definition + example.”
We train you like a real judicial officer.

Our Evidence Law Classes include:
Cross-examination drills
Case law analysis daily
Practical examples from real trials
Mock RJS mains answer writing
Special separate module on Electronic Evidence
Doubt sessions until every concept becomes crystal clear

PART 5 — 10 FAQs

1. Is Evidence Law important for RJS and other judiciary exams?

Yes, Evidence Law carries heavy weightage in prelims and plays a decisive role in mains.

2. Which topics of Evidence Law are most important for judiciary?

Admissions, confessions, burden of proof, dying declaration, electronic evidence, and presumptions.

3. Is 65B certificate compulsory for electronic evidence?

Yes, as held in Arjun Panditrao, except in certain special conditions.

4. How many days are required to complete Evidence Law for RJS?

With proper guidance, 20–25 days are enough.

5. Can a dying declaration alone convict the accused?

Yes, if the Court finds it truthful and reliable.

6. How does Jyoti Judiciary Coaching teach Evidence Law?

We use analytical charts, live examples, case laws, and daily practice sheets.

7. Are case laws necessary for mains?

Absolutely. Case laws are the backbone of scoring above average marks.

8. How to memorize Evidence Act sections easily?

Use structured charts, illustrations, and repeated revision cycles.

9. What are common mistakes aspirants make in Evidence Law?

Skipping bare act, ignoring exceptions, and not practicing MCQs.

10. Is Jyoti Judiciary the best coaching for RJS in Jaipur?

Yes — our structured Evidence Law module and answer-writing system give students a clear rank advantage.

If you want to master Evidence Law the way judicial officers think…

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