Definition of Evidence in Judicial Proceedings
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What is evidence in a judicial proceeding?

  • A medium to establish lies
  • An excuse to avoid the truth
  • A way to confuse the court
  • A means of ascertaining the truth about a matter of fact (correct)

How is evidence distinguished from proof?

  • Proof is presented by the defendant, while evidence is presented by the plaintiff
  • Proof establishes the truth, while evidence assists in establishing the truth (correct)
  • Proof is necessary, while evidence is optional
  • Evidence is always reliable, but proof may not be

What is the purpose of evidence in a lawsuit?

  • To delay the legal proceedings
  • To prove or disprove an issue in the case (correct)
  • To confuse the court
  • To entertain the jury

Where are the rules of evidence specifically applicable?

<p>In all judicial proceedings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should parties in litigation do to ascertain the truth?

<p>Use all rational means available (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are administrative bodies not strictly bound by the rules of evidence?

<p>They are not courts and have their own procedures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between proof and evidence?

<p>Proof is the result, and evidence is the means to establish proof. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of evidence is defined as 'an affair of logic and law'?

<p>Competent Evidence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Factum probandum' refer to?

<p>The proposition to be established. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of evidence can be further classified as Direct or Circumstantial?

<p>Relevant Evidence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of Factum probans in establishing proof?

<p>It perfects the evidence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is evidence considered admissible?

<p>When it is relevant to the issue and not excluded by the law or rules. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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