Legal Change: The Catalyst for Growth
From very starting Britishers wanted to rule India as India was always rich in culture, resources, land, labor and minerals. The temperature and atmosphere in India are considered as one of the finest temperatures for human beings.
Because of all these factors Britishers looted and influenced India and its people, they suppressed Indians in every way possible. They made laws which benefited them and their people and disregarded the needs of the Indians.
Indian law is one of the victims of this era, Indian law which for name’s sake was made for Indians but always showcased the superiority and influential status of Britishers.
Union home minister of India Amit Shah recently nominated bills to replace the British-era laws i.e.,
a. Indian Penal Code (IPC),
b. the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC),
c. and the Indian Evidence Act.
Three Bills introduced in Lok Sabha
1. Indian penal code ,1860
IPC to be replaced by BHARATIYA NYAYA SANHITA BILL, 2023 (BNSB).
Changes which will be made
1. It will have 356 sections instead of 511 sections in IPC
2. 175 sections have been amended
3. 8 sections have been added, and 22 sections have been repealed.
2. The code of criminal procedure (CrPC)
CrPC to be replaced by BHARATIYA NAGARIK SURAKSHA SANHITA, 2023 (BNSS)
1. It will have 533 sections instead of 478 sections
2. 160 sections have been changed
3. 9 sections have been added and 9 sections have been repealed.
4. Indian Evidence Act, 1872
IEA to be replaced By BHARTIYA SAKSHYA BILL (BSB), 2023
1. It will have 170 sections instead of 167 sections
2. 23 sections have been changed
3. 1 added and 5 sections repealed.
These changes will help Indian judicial system to transform and to perform better and it will help in eradicating the Indian problems in Indian way.
Today’s India has experienced strong economic growth over the years and India’s political power and influence over other countries have increased which helps in making India a fastest growing economy. In recent times India has achieved a lot of new miles and has showcased that we India’s are not only a great snake charmer but also have a mind and strength of world class leaders.
New achievements by India:
- Article 370 Abrogation: In August 2019, the Indian government revoked Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which granted special autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. This was a significant legal change that altered the political and administrative status of the region.
- COVID-19 Regulations: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, various legal changes and regulations were implemented to manage the health crisis, including lockdowns, travel restrictions, and vaccination drives
- LGBTQ+ Rights: The legal landscape for LGBTQ+ rights in India saw significant changes. In 2018, the Supreme Court of India decriminalized homosexuality by striking down Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code.
- Digital and Data Privacy: There were ongoing discussions about data protection and privacy laws in India. The Personal Data Protection Bill was introduced in Parliament to regulate the use of personal data and more stricter laws related to breach of privacy of citizens.
And many more changes will come which will not only enhance the judicial legal system of India but also improve the image of our country.
