Section 32A BBA - A Relic of the Past

Yaar, have you guys noticed how Section 32A of the Evidence Act, 1872 is still stuck in the colonial era? It says that the court can compel the accused to disclose the name of any witness who can prove his alibi. But here's the thing, what if the accused doesn't know the witness's name? What if it's a hearsay or a rumor? It's like, you're forcing him to take a wild guess and implicate someone who might not even exist.

And what's worse, it's like, this provision is an invitation for false confessions. The accused might give up some random name to get out of custody, just to avoid the pressure. It's a blatant disregard for the principle of innocence until proven guilty. In 2025, we need to revisit this provision and make it more relevant to modern Indian society.