The New Era of Indian Criminal Laws: Examining Substantive, Procedural and Evidentiary Reforms” is an insightful exploration of India’s landmark shift from the colonial criminal justice framework to the newly enacted BNS, BNSS, and BSA, 2023. This book meticulously analyzes how these laws redefine crime, evidence, and procedure in alignment with contemporary societal and technological developments.
The book is divided into thematic chapters covering critical topics such as Countering Modern Terrorism, Organized Crime, Restorative Justice, Sexual Crimes against the Deceased, and Reframing Sedition. It also examines the Evidentiary Value of Digital Records, Presumption of Electronic Messages, E-FIR and Digital Summons, and Audio-Visual Recording in Interrogations, reflecting the growing influence of digitalization in justice delivery. Furthermore, chapters on Forensic Science, Witness Protection, and Community Service as Criminal Penalty showcase the system’s movement towards scientific, humane, and rehabilitative justice.
By critically evaluating these reforms, the book highlights the shift toward accountability, transparency, and efficiency in legal processes. It offers comparative perspectives, judicial interpretations, and policy analysis to illustrate how India’s new legal framework harmonizes constitutional values with technological advancements.
Intended for legal professionals, researchers, academicians, and students, this book serves as both a reference guide and an analytical commentary on India’s criminal law transformation. It underscores the nation’s commitment to ensuring justice that is not only swift and effective but also fair, inclusive, and responsive to the evolving demands of a modern democracy.