Is it legal to record and use digital evidence in Indian courts?

Yes, it is legal to record and use digital evidence in Indian courts, provided the evidence is authentic, relevant, and admissible under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. 

Courts accept electronic records, including emails, audio recordings, videos, and digital documents, as valid evidence if they meet certain conditions such as proper preservation, chain of custody, and reliability. 

The Information Technology Act, 2000, complements this by recognising electronic records and digital signatures as legally binding. 

However, the party presenting digital evidence must prove its integrity and authenticity beyond a reasonable doubt. Courts carefully scrutinise digital evidence to prevent tampering or fabrication before admitting it in legal proceedings.