The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Ratanlal and Dhirajlal: The Code of Criminal Procedure has long been one of the most trusted and respected legal texts in the country, with a legacy of over nine decades in print. The current edition is based on the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, which replaces the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and came into effect on 1 July 2024.

This edition provides a detailed analysis of the new provisions introduced by the Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, however, it preserves the essence and spirit of the original work, ensuring its continued applicability and relevance to both the newly enacted and the foundational principles of the earlier Act.

Key Features:

• Provides commentary on the new provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 as well as those retained from the erstwhile Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• The legislation portion of the omitted sections under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 has been provided at the end of the book
• Reflects on the Spirit of the New Criminal Acts with major changes in the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
• Includes a table comparing the provisions of with Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 those of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973