Insight into Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023: A Paradigm Shift in Indian Penal Law

Insight into Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, discovers the reforms introduced by the BNS, which aims to align the law with current societal values, technological advancements, and a victim-centric approach. This book is a comprehensive guide, providing an indispensable insight into the new legal framework. This book meticulously dissects the provisions of the BNS, offering a clear understanding of the streamlined legal framework.

Gain a deeper understanding of:

• Key changes and their implications, including the incorporation of contemporary issues like cybercrime and enhanced focus on gender justice.
• Comparative analysis with the IPC, highlighting the legislative intent and practical implications of the new code.
• The revised definitions of offences such as sedition and defamation, and the enhanced penalties for crimes against women and children.
• The inclusion of new offences like mob lynching and terrorism, and the revised approach to organised crime and public safety violations.
• The abolition of outdated provisions and the introduction of community service as a new form of punishment.
• The expansion of definitions to include economic and intangible assets as movable property.
• Detailed discussions supported by relevant case law and judicial precedents.
• This book serves as a practical resource for judges, legal practitioners, enforcement officers, scholars, and students.

Excerpt from the Foreword

The detailed discussion on each section, supported by relevant case laws and judicial precedents, equips the readers to navigate the intricacies of the new code with a firm understanding of its foundational principles... I am confident that this book will act as a cornerstone for the study of the BNS, aiding legal professionals, academicians and students alike...

- Justice Vijender Jain
Former Chief Justice, Punjab and Haryana High Court