A in support of a just claim which B has against Z for one thousand rupees, falsely swear on a trial that he heard Z admits the justice of B’s claim. A has given

This scenario describes a situation where 'A' makes a statement under oath that is factually untrue, regardless of the underlying truth of 'B's claim against 'Z'. The act of swearing falsely in a trial constitutes giving false evidence.

• A) False evidence regarding the matter: This is the correct answer. Even if B's claim is just, A's testimony that he *heard* Z admit the claim is a lie, as A *falsely* swore to it. Giving a statement under oath that one knows to be untrue, or believes to be untrue, constitutes giving false evidence. The truthfulness of the claim itself does not justify the false testimony.
• B) True evidence regarding the matter: This is incorrect because A *falsely* swore, meaning the statement A made was not true.
• C) Fabricated evidence: While related to false evidence, fabricated evidence typically refers to creating or altering physical evidence. Giving false testimony is more specifically termed 'giving false evidence' or perjury.
• D) None of These: This is incorrect as option A accurately describes A's action.