Question

Consider the following statements regarding relevancy of motive and preparation under Section 6 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023: Statement 1: The fact that an accused required money for a particular purpose at the time a loan document was allegedly forged is relevant as showing motive for the forgery. Statement 2: When the question is whether a document is a genuine will, the fact that the testator consulted advocates regarding will-making is relevant only if the advocates testify in court. Statement 3: A statement made in the presence and hearing of an accused, which affects the accused's conduct, is relevant if the conduct is already established as relevant. Statement 4: The fact that an accused absconded after committing an alleged crime is relevant only if the accused had prior knowledge that police were investigating. Which statements are correct?

A Statements 1 and 2 only
B Statements 1 and 3 only
C Statements 2 and 3 only
D Statements 1, 2, and 4 only
E Statements 3 and 4 only
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