Multiple choice

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 a/an:

  1. Confession

  2. Admission

  3. Presumption

  4. Reference
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B Correct answer
Explanation

C's statement about the horse's soundness is relevant to the sale between A and B. Since A directed B to ask C, and C has knowledge about the horse, C's statement qualifies as an admission under the Indian Evidence Act. An admission is a statement that suggests an inference as to the existence of a relevant fact. A confession applies to criminal cases, a presumption is a legal inference, and reference is not a recognized evidentiary category here.

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