HIRACHAND KOTHARI (DEAD) THROUGH LRS. vs STATE OF RAJASTHAN & ANR.

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of Section 20 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 regarding the admissibility of statements made by third parties as admissions. The Court held that such statements can be received as evidence if they pertain to the matter in dispute. The judgment clarified the interpretation of 'information' under the statute, emphasizing that the context of the statements is crucial for their admissibility in court proceedings.