Section 30 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, addresses situations where harm is caused to an individual for their benefit, even without their consent. This provision ensures that actions taken in good faith, aimed at benefiting a person who is incapable of consenting, are not deemed criminal offenses under specific conditions. Key Provisions of Section […]
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The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, introduced by the Government of India, is a comprehensive code designed to overhaul the criminal justice system in the country. It was drafted with the objective of ensuring quicker and more effective justice delivery while maintaining fairness and upholding fundamental rights. The BNS is expected to replace the Indian […]
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Section 28 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 addresses the validity of consent in criminal law, specifying circumstances under which consent is considered invalid. This provision ensures that consent is genuine, informed, and voluntary, thereby protecting individuals from exploitation and coercion. Text of Section 28: A consent is not such a consent as is […]
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Section 27 of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023, deals with acts done in good faith for the benefit of persons below the age of twelve years or those suffering from mental illness. It states that such acts done with the consent of a parent or legal guardian are not considered an offence, even if they […]
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In 2023, the Indian legal system witnessed a significant transformation with the introduction of the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), a modernized framework intended to replace the British-era Indian Penal Code (IPC). This new legislation reflects contemporary values and aspirations, ensuring justice is accessible and effective for all. Among its many provisions, Section 26 has drawn […]
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The Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 (Indian Judicial Code 2023) is a proposed legal framework by the Government of India designed to bring reforms to the judicial and legal system. One of the key provisions of this code is Section 24, which relates to the power and authority granted to judges, courts, and law enforcement agencies […]
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Section 23 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 addresses the legal implications of actions committed by individuals who are involuntarily intoxicated. This provision acknowledges that a person may be rendered incapable of understanding the nature or legality of their actions due to intoxication imposed upon them without their consent. Key Provisions of Section 23: […]
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The Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) 2023 is India’s new criminal law code that aims to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which has been in force since 1860. Among its many provisions, Section 22 addresses the crucial subject of ‘criminal conspiracy‘. This article will break down Section 22 into simple, easy-to-understand language so that everyone, […]
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The Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023, a significant legal reform, has replaced the Indian Penal Code (IPC) of 1860. It aims to modernize and simplify India’s criminal justice system. Section 21 of this new law deals with the concept of “Public Servants,” a vital definition in legal contexts, as it determines who is accountable under various […]
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The Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) 2023, also known as the Indian Justice Code, is a comprehensive legislation introduced in India to replace the outdated Indian Penal Code (IPC) of 1860. One of the key objectives of the BNS 2023 is to modernize India’s legal system, making it more relevant to contemporary society. It also aims […]
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