‘Violation of Article 21 of Indian Constitution’: Plea in SC Challenges Constitutionality of Specific Provisions of New Criminal Laws

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of provisions in the new criminal laws, including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023. Advocate Vishal Tiwari argues these laws violate fundamental rights, citing excessive police powers and longer detention periods. The plea seeks judicial review and striking down of specific sections as unconstitutional.