This legislative comment is written by Yashfeen Khan, a Law Graduate from Dayanand College of Law, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. She is passionate about the field and with her continuous involvement in competitive legal forums, has helped expand her knowledge.
ABSTRACT
The Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) is a significant legislative reform introduced by the Government of India to replace the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860. It aims to modernize and streamline the country’s criminal justice system by addressing contemporary challenges and aligning the law with the principles of justice, equity, and efficiency. The BNS introduces several key changes, including more stringent provisions for crimes against women and children, enhanced punishments for terrorism, and streamlined procedures for expeditious trials.
