The Indian government is set to amend the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), replacing the Indian Penal Code, to include a section on sexual crimes against men and transgender persons. Three new criminal laws are taking effect, despite objections from opposition-led states, aiming to overhaul the country’s criminal justice framework and implement technological advancements in evidence recording and filing procedures.
Today, On 28th June, The Ministry of Home Affairs issued SOP for filing Zero FIRs and e-FIRs under the BNSS framework to modernize crime reporting and make it more accessible. The guidelines aim to leverage technology, allowing victims to report crimes promptly and accurately. Zero FIR addresses jurisdictional challenges, ensuring swift initiation of investigations.
