Brief Introduction
The Indian Parliament has initiated a transformative step in the criminal justice system by replacing three historical laws: the Indian Penal Code, 1860, the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, respectively. These new laws, grounded in Indian values of justice (nyaya), signify a shift from a punitive to a justice-oriented approach, reflecting Bhartiya Nyaya Paddhati.
The overarching goal is to create a criminal justice system that not only protects citizens' rights but also upholds the Rule of Law, ensuring accessible and speedy justice for all. This reform represents a significant stride towards an equitable, modern, and just legal framework in India.
Event Details
- The New Criminal Laws will come into effect from 1st July, 2024 to generate awareness among the citizens about the key features of the new laws.
- The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of every Police Station will organise events.
- Participants of the event may include women, youth, students, senior citizens, retired police officers, prominent figures, members of Self-Help Groups, Anganwadi Centers, Local Peace Committees, and educational institutions such as schools and colleges.
- OIC have to submit High-resolution pictures of the events.
Important Dates
| Start Date | 1st July 2024 |
| End Date | 29th July 2024 |