Today, On 26th June, President Droupadi Murmu emphasized prioritizing justice over punishment with the introduction of new criminal laws, aiming to expedite judicial proceedings. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 will replace outdated British-era laws, aligning with Indian values and emphasizing comprehensive justice for all.
A public interest litigation has been filed today in the Supreme Court against three newly amended criminal law bills in India. The petitioner seeks the formation of an expert committee to evaluate the legislation’s viability. The proposed bills aim to reform the country’s criminal laws, but the petition highlights various defects and discrepancies.(arguments: 50 words)
