# The Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Section 20: Admissions by persons expressly referred to by party to suit

- Act: The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (Act 1 of 1872)
- In force from: 1872-09-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Law and Justice
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/iea/section/20/

## Text

Statements made by persons to whom a party to the suit has expressly referred for information in reference to a matter in dispute are admissions. Illustration The question is, whether a horse sold by A to B is sound. A says to B –– “Go and ask C, C knows all about it.” C’s statement is an admission.

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