Ebook – Comprehensive Guide to New Criminal Laws (India)

(BNS, BNSS & BSA – 2023 Explained)

India’s criminal justice system has undergone its biggest reform in 160+ years.
This comprehensive guide explains the new criminal laws of India in a clear, practical, and easy-to-understand manner, replacing the colonial-era laws.

This book is designed for law students, advocates, NGOs, legal professionals, police personnel, and citizens who want clarity without legal jargon.

📑 INDEX / TABLE OF CONTENTS

Comprehensive Guide to New Criminal Laws (India)
(BNS 2023 • BNSS 2023 • BSA 2023)

Preliminary Pages

• Title Page ……………………………………………. i

• Publisher Details ……………………………………… ii

• Copyright Page ………………………………………… iii

• Edition & ISBN Information ……………………………… iv

• Legal Disclaimer ………………………………………. v

Main Chapters

Chapter 1
Background of Criminal Law Reforms in India ………….. 1

Chapter 2
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)
– Philosophy & Objectives
– Reformative Justice & Community Service
– Heinous Crimes & Enhanced Punishments
– Crimes Against Women & Children
– Sentencing Framework ………………………………. 9

Chapter 3
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS)
– Arrest Safeguards
– Zero FIR & Digital FIR
– Time-Bound Investigation
– Forensic Science & Bail Reforms …………………… 31

Chapter 4
Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)
– Electronic & Digital Evidence
– Forensic Evidence
– Witness Protection
– Evidentiary Safeguards ……………………………… 53

Chapter 5
Rights of Victims
– Participation & Information Rights
– Compensation & Rehabilitation
– Legal Aid & Identity Protection ……………………. 75

Chapter 6
Role of Police and Investigating Agencies
– Accountability & Transparency
– Technology-Driven Policing
– Scientific Investigation ……………………………… 95

Chapter 7
Role of Courts
– Speedy Trials
– Digital Courts
– Victim & Witness Protection
– Judicial Oversight …………………………………… 115

Chapter 8
Comparison Between Old and New Criminal Laws
– IPC vs BNS
– CrPC vs BNSS
– Evidence Act vs BSA ……………………………… 135

Chapter 9
Practical Impact on Citizens
– Faster Justice
– Protection Against Arbitrary Arrest
– Digital Access & Transparency …………………… 155

Chapter 10
Role of NGOs and Helpful Foundation
– Legal Awareness
– Drafting & RTI Support
– Access to Justice Initiatives ……………………. 173

Special Reference Section

📘 Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 – Chapter-wise Sections

• Chapter I – Preliminary (Sections 1–2) …………. 185

• Chapter II – General Explanations (3–52) …….. 187

• Chapter III – Punishments (53–75) …………….. 201

• Chapter IV – General Exceptions (76–106) …. 213

• Chapter V – Abetment (107–122) ……………. 227

• Chapter VI – Criminal Conspiracy (123–124) .. 239

• Chapter VII – Offences Against the State (125–158) ….. 241

• Chapter VIII – Armed Forces Offences (159–168) …….. 265

• Chapter IX – Election Offences (169–178) ………….. 275

• Chapter X – Offences Affecting Public Justice (179–226) …. 283

End Matter

• Key Legal Terms & Definitions …………………… 315

• Landmark Case References ……………………….. 321

• Suggested Reading ………………………………….. 327

• About Helpful Foundation ………………………… 331

🔹 What This Guide Covers

✔ Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)
✔ Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS)
✔ Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)

✔ Old Law vs New Law comparison (IPC → BNS, CrPC → BNSS, Evidence Act → BSA)
✔ Section-wise explanation with short summaries
✔ One-to-one section mapping tables
✔ Major changes, new offences & deleted provisions
✔ Practical impact on FIR, investigation, trial & evidence

🔍 Key Highlights

• ✅ IPC, CrPC & Evidence Act fully replaced

• ✅ Sedition removed, sovereignty-based offence added

• ✅ Community service introduced as punishment

• ✅ Time-bound investigation & trial

• ✅ Digital FIR, e-evidence & electronic records recognised

• ✅ Stronger protection for women, children & victims

• ✅ Written in simple language, not heavy legal theory

📑 What You’ll Learn

• How BNS changes criminal offences & punishments

• How BNSS reforms arrest, FIR, bail & investigation

• How BSA modernises evidence & electronic proof

• Exact old section → new section mapping

• How these laws affect daily legal practice & complaints

👥 Who Should Buy This Guide?

✔ Law students & judiciary aspirants
✔ Advocates & legal consultants
✔ NGOs & legal aid organisations
✔ Police & investigation officers
✔ RTI & complaint drafting professionals
✔ Anyone wanting to understand new criminal laws

📘 Format & Access

• 📄 Easy-to-read structured content

• 📊 Tables, comparisons & summaries

• 📱 Suitable for desktop & mobile reading

• 🖨 Printable reference-friendly layout

⚖️ Why This Guide is Different

Unlike scattered online articles, this guide provides:

• Complete law coverage in one place

• Accurate section mapping

• Practical, not theoretical explanation

• India-focused legal clarity

📌 Disclaimer

This guide is for educational and informational purposes only and does not substitute professional legal advice.