Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 issued by MoEF GOI
Any document purporting to be a report signed by a Government Analyst may be used as evidence of the facts stated therein in any proceeding under this Act.
Summary
- Any document that claims to be a report signed by a Government Analyst is accepted in court.
- These reports can be used as evidence of the facts they contain in any legal proceeding under the Act.
- It simplifies the legal process by allowing official reports to speak for the scientific data.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Is a lab report evidence in court under Section 14 of the Environment Protection Act?
Yes, Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 says a report signed by a Government Analyst can be used as evidence of the facts in it.
2. Does the Analyst have to appear in person under Section 14 of the Environment Protection Act?
Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 allows the signed document itself to be used as evidence in proceedings.
3. Can any scientist's report be used under Section 14 of the Environment Protection Act?
No, Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 specifically refers to reports signed by a Government Analyst appointed or recognized under the Act.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, what makes a document admissible as evidence?
Q2.In which type of proceedings can a report from Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 be used?
Q3.According to Sections 13 and 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, whose facts are stated in the evidence document?
Q4.What is the legal status of a document purporting to be a report signed by a Government Analyst under Section 14 of The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?