Analysis Of Admissibility Of Dna Based Forensic Evidence

Abstract

The primary objective of the study is to understand the nature and characteristics of DNA based forensic evidence and to analyse grounds that affects its admissibility in the Indian Courts. This research paper analyses various types of biological samples from which DNA can be extracted to undertake DNA profiling. It analyses standard operating procedure for extraction, testing and preservation of the sample including its handling. The study doctrinally analyses various judgements of the superior courts to highlight the grounds accepted by the courts that affect the admissibility of DNA based forensic evidence for criminal trial read in conjunction of relevant statutes. The data for the research has been obtained through both primary and secondary sources in the form reported judgements on court websites, statutes in official gazettes, research papers published in reputed journal both online and offline, including edited books. The primary research objective this research paper aims to achieve is: -
 
 To develop understanding of DNA based forensic evidence.
 
 To identify principles affecting admissibility of DNA based forensic evidence.