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Tag: Indian Penal Code reform

The Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023 is a landmark update to India’s criminal code. One provision that has caught much attention is Section 156. This section is commonly known by the key phrase “BNS Section 156 Public Servant Prisoner Escape”. It is designed to hold public servants accountable for their duty in guarding State prisoners or […]

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The Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), 2023, represents a landmark shift in India’s legal landscape. The draft law seeks to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and the Indian Evidence Act, which have been in force since the colonial era. This move is part of a broader effort to decolonize […]

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The Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita 2023 (Indian Justice Code 2023) is a landmark legislative reform that aims to modernize and overhaul India’s penal laws, replacing the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. This new legal framework has been designed to reflect contemporary societal values and address emerging challenges in criminal justice. By introducing significant changes in […]

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