Master the ultimate deciding factor in litigation�knowing exactly who must prove what, when, and how. In the theatre of courtroom litigation, cases are ultimately won or lost based on evidentiary weight. C.D. Field�s Law on Burden of Proof, published by the prestigious Delhi Law House, stands as the definitive classic on this foundational pillar of jurisprudence. This treatise meticulously unpacks the tactical mechanics of the allocation, discharge, and dynamic shifting of proof across civil and criminal trials. Fully updated with contemporary case law, this handbook translates dense evidentiary doctrines into actionable trial strategies, making it an indispensable asset for building or dismantling a courtroom case.

Key Features & Structural Highlights

Comprehensive Evidence Exposition� Deeply analyzes the legal boundaries between the static "Burden of Proof" (matter of law) and the shifting "Onus of Proof" (matter of adducing evidence).

Bifurcated Jurisprudence� Tailored chapters dealing separately with standards of proof in civil claims versus the "beyond reasonable doubt" threshold required in criminal trials.

Specialized Proof Categories� Detailed exposition on specific scenarios including the burden of proving exceptions, facts especially within personal knowledge, and crucial statutory presumptions.

Matrimonial & Offence Presumptions� Dedicated analysis covering complex evidentiary areas such as legitimacy of children, abetment of suicide by a married woman, and dowry death metrics.

Premium Reference Layout� Features a highly practical structural format complete with a comprehensive table of cases, alphabetical subject index, and rigorous cross-referencing tools.

Who is this Book For?

Trial Court Advocates: A mandatory tool for planning precise cross-examination roadmaps and determining when to demand certificate validations.

Criminal & Public Prosecutors: Crucial reference manual for maintaining the state's persuasive standards and tackling special legislative shifts.

Judges & Judicial Officers: A trusted bench-book widely cited for resolving complex evidentiary challenges and examining standard of proof thresholds.

Competitive Law Aspirants: An essential reference textbook for mastering core evidentiary segments within the UPSC Law Optional and State Judicial Services syllabi.