Commentary on New Criminal Major Acts

This book is a commentary on India's three new criminal statutes enacted in 2023 and effective July 1, 2024, containing:

• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (Repealing The Indian Penal Code, 1860)
• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (Repealing the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973)
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (Repealing the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)

Key Features:

• Section-by-section commentary on all provisions of BNS, BNSS, and BSA
• Comparative tables mapping sections from IPC/CrPC/Evidence Act to their replacements or omissions
• Analysis of legislative history, committee reports, and notable parliamentary speeches (e.g. Home Affairs Minister’s address, 20-Dec-2023)
• Fold-out reference indexes, subject and alphabetical keys, and marginal notes for ease of reference
• Authoritative interpretation of new criminal law framework for practitioners, academicians, students, and enforcement officers

The up-to-date 4th edition reflects the latest amendments and clarifications since the enforcement of the new criminal laws, and is thoughtfully designed for practical courtroom application and exam readiness, offering precise insights and user-friendly navigational aids.