Today, On 3rd September, The ‘Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) 2024’ passed by the West Bengal Assembly introduces the death penalty for rape and murder convictions. It amends existing laws, including the POCSO Act, to ensure stricter punishment and faster trial timelines, with a focus on protecting survivors and victims of all ages.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has allowed flexibility in filing new cases under either newly implemented or old criminal laws, stressing that the Registry cannot object based on the chosen legal framework. The recent implementation of three new criminal laws in India has sparked controversy amid efforts to modernize and Indianize the justice system, with some states considering state-level amendments in response.
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Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 will replace outdated British-era laws, aligning with Indian values and emphasizing comprehensive justice for all.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)
