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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should parties in litigation do to ascertain the truth?

    <p>Use all rational means available</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</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What does 'Factum probandum' refer to?

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

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

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

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

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

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