Law of Documents & Evidence by V.S.R. Avadhani & V. Soubhagya Valli 2020

Law of Documents & Evidence is a specialized and practice-oriented work from Avadhani’s Lessons Series on Evidence, authored by V.S.R. Avadhani and V. Soubhagya Valli. The book provides a comprehensive examination of documentary evidence under Indian law, focusing on the principles governing admissibility, proof, relevancy, and evidentiary value.

A distinctive feature of this work is its special emphasis on questioned documents, including handwriting verification, signature comparison, alterations, forgery detection, and the role of expert opinion in court proceedings. The authors explain how courts evaluate documentary proof in both civil and criminal cases, addressing primary and secondary evidence, presumptions, burden of proof, and evidentiary standards.

The book also touches upon electronic records and modern documentary evidence, making it relevant in today’s digital litigation environment. With clear explanations and practical courtroom insights, it bridges the gap between legal doctrine and forensic application.

An essential reference for trial lawyers, judicial officers, forensic professionals, and law students, this book strengthens understanding of documentary proof and expert evidence in litigation practice.