Comparitive Analysis: Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 And Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- IJLLR Journal
- Oct 30, 2023
- 1 min read
Ayushree Mehta, University of Mumbai Law Academy
Anugya Dubey, University of Mumbai Law Academy
ABSTRACT
On 11th August 2023, Home Minister Sri. Amit Shah has introduced three bills— namely, the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (proposing to replace the Indian Evidence Act, 1872), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (intended to supplant the CrPC), and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (aiming to replace the IPC). If these bills receive approval, they are poised to usher in a new era of Indian sovereignty through the reform of criminal law in the country.
Amit Shah's statement emphasizes that these bills will not only bring changes but will also incorporate "Indian Spirit and Ethos," suggesting that they will reflect the cultural and ethical values of India. The focus on humanitarian values and ethics is an important aspect of these proposed reforms. It's important to note that the passage of these bills would require thorough debate and scrutiny in the Indian Parliament, and they would need to gain the approval of both houses before becoming law. The aim appears to be to bring about a significant transformation in the Indian criminal justice system, aligning it more closely with the values and needs of contemporary Indian society.
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