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Drafting a legal affidavit in India requires careful preparation because it is a sworn statement that can be used as evidence in legal proceedings. An affidavit must contain true facts stated clearly and must be signed before an authorized officer such as a notary or oath commissioner. The legal validity of affidavits is generally recognized under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 and authentication is commonly done under the framework of the Notaries Act, 1952. To draft a proper affidavit you should begin with a title that mentions the purpose of the affidavit, for example affidavit for address proof or affidavit for court matter. After the title you should write the details of the deponent which include full name, age, occupation, and complete residential address. This identifies the person making the statement. Next comes the body of the affidavit. The facts must be written in numbered paragraphs in simple and clear language. Each paragraph should contain one specific fact. The statements must be based on personal knowledge or belief and should not include false or misleading information. If documents are referred to they can be mentioned as annexures. After stating all facts there should be a verification clause. In this part the deponent declares that the contents of the affidavit are true and correct to the best of his or her knowledge and belief and nothing material has been concealed. The affidavit must then be signed by the deponent in the presence of a notary public or oath commissioner. The authorized officer will verify identity, witness the signature, and put an official seal and signature. In many cases the affidavit is prepared on non judicial stamp paper of appropriate value as per state rules. Affidavits are commonly used in court cases, property matters, name change, family disputes, company matters, government applications, and many other legal situations where a sworn declaration is required.
