President Droupadi Murmu has ushered in a new era for India’s legal framework by signing three groundbreaking bills into law. The Bharatiya Sakshya Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023, and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, 2023 have now replaced the aging Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and the Evidence Act.
The three pivotal bills into law, replacing the antiquated Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Evidence Act. The Bharatiya Sakshya Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023, and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, 2023, passed amid a contentious Winter Session, aim to strengthen penalties for terrorism, lynching, and threats to national security.
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This legal reform, amidst the suspension of 146 Opposition MPs, signifies a strategic move towards a more stringent and modernized justice system. Beyond the political turbulence, these laws underscore India’s commitment to addressing contemporary challenges with a forward-looking legal perspective, heralding a new era in the country’s criminal justice framework.
Beyond the stormy political backdrop during the Winter Session, these laws mark a significant shift toward a more robust and modern legal system. While the focus has been on strengthening measures against terrorism, lynching, and threats to national security, these bills also signal a broader commitment to justice reform.
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Legal experts suggest that the updated framework will not only impose stricter penalties for grave offenses but will also streamline legal procedures, enhancing overall citizen safety. As India is on this legal evolution, the nation stands at the forefront of a progressive approach to criminal justice, addressing contemporary challenges with a forward-looking perspective.
