The 'Indian Evidence Act' of 1872 was drafted by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Indian Evidence Act' of 1872 was drafted by:
A. Lord Macaulay
B. Lord Canning
C. Sir James Fitzjames Stephen
D. Lord Dalhousie
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, a legal member of the Viceroy's council, drafted the Indian Evidence Act of 1872.

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