BNS: A New Dawn for Indian Criminal Law? - Analyzing the Shift in India's Legal Landscape

Author(s)	Dr. Suman Mawar
Country	India
Abstract	With the introduction of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, which nullifies colonial past criminal laws, India has set off a transforming trip. This new legislation aims to harmonise with the fundamental principles of Indian society and efficiently tackle the difficult problems, therefore changing the legal scene. Along with the thorough changes that primarily target grave crimes like terrorism, organised crime, corruption, mob lynching, and mob lynching, the divisive sedition laws—which have often been used to stifle dissent and infringe civil liberties—are eliminated. Through this, these laws maintain the commitment to safeguarding democratic ideals and ensuring the objective and transparent execution of justice. The new legislative framework improves the efficacy and efficiency of the justice system by using cutting-edge technologies. The law emphasizes several key points.
Keywords	The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Indian Penal Code 1860, The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 Indian criminal justice system, women and children, Terrorist Act, snatching, sedition, hit and run cases
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 2, February 2025
Published On	2025-02-28
Cite This	BNS: A New Dawn for Indian Criminal Law? - Analyzing the Shift in India's Legal Landscape - Dr. Suman Mawar - IJLRP Volume 6, Issue 2, February 2025.

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