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Which of the following is a key requirement for admissibility of an electronic record under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), even as secondary evidence?

1. It must be handwritten and notarized
2. It must be part of a hard drive submitted to court
3. It must be published in the Gazette
4. It must be accompanied by a certificate

Correct answer: It must be accompanied by a certificate

Solution

Under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, electronic records generally require a certificate to establish authenticity and admissibility. This certificate serves as a legal assurance about the manner in which the record was produced and preserved.

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