Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

This updated 2026 edition of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 presents the complete and authoritative text of India?s new criminal code, replacing the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Incorporating the latest enforcement notifications-including SO 850(E) dated 23 February 2024-this Bare Act offers a clear and structured presentation of the statutory provisions, aligned with the nationwide implementation effective from 1 July 2024. Supplemented with comparative tables, structured offence classifications, and accessible reference tools, the book provides a comprehensive legal resource for understanding the framework of substantive criminal law under the new BNS regime.

Key Features

• Full and updated text of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, as applicable up to 2026.
• Includes enforcement details, exceptions, and the latest notifications.
• Comparative table mapping IPC, 1860 provisions with corresponding BNS, 2023 sections.
• Systematic classification of offences and punishments for quick reference.
• Dedicated tables for offence categorization and penalty structure.
• Includes flow charts for easy conceptual understanding.
• Bare Act format with concise short comments for clarity and interpretation.

This edition is essential for law students, advocates, judicial service aspirants, police officers, academicians, legal researchers, and professionals involved in criminal justice administration. It is equally useful for government officials, compliance professionals, and institutions transitioning from IPC to BNS. The structured presentation, comparative tables, and reference aids make it a practical tool for academic study, legal practice, and training environments.