S.106 Evidence Act | Accused Has Duty To Offer Explanations When Offence Was Committed Within Privacy Of Their House : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that under Section 106 of the Evidence Act, the accused has a duty to offer explanations when an offence is committed within the privacy of their house. The case involved a murder that occurred within the accused’s home, and the court held that the accused must provide an explanation for the circumstances of the crime. This ruling reinforces the principle that the burden of proof can shift to the accused in certain situations, particularly when the offence occurs in a private setting. The decision highlights the importance of the accused’s duty to explain their actions in such cases.