Ratanlal & Dhirajlal: The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) Author (s) : Ratanlal , Dhirajlal

The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), introduced on August 11, 2023, replaces the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973, to modernise India’s criminal justice system. BNSS revises bail provisions, broadens the use of electronic evidence, and enhances procedural efficiency. With a focus on speed, transparency, and accountability, BNSS aims to streamline investigations and improve access to justice.

Ratanlal & Dhirajlal: The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 is a detailed, section-wise book on the BNSS, which came into effect from 1 July 2024. The author has tried to be brief and lucid while explaining the new provisions introduced by the BNSS and highlighting the changes introduced in the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. Comments after each section provide the corresponding section from the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and highlight the changes brought in along with relevant principles of law and judgments.

This BNSS, 2023 24th edition provides a detailed analysis of the new provisions introduced by the Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, however, it preserves the essence and spirit of the original work, ensuring its continued applicability and relevance to both the newly enacted and the foundational principles of the earlier Act.

Key Features:

• Provides commentary on the new provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 as well as those retained from the erstwhile Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• The legislation portion of the omitted sections under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 has been provided at the end of the book
• Reflects on the Spirit of the New Criminal Acts with major changes in the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
• Includes a table comparing the provisions of with Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 those of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• Contains landmark judgments relevant for interpreting the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, including a table on some of the most Recent Judgments
• Compares relevant provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, with the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 and vice versa
• Includes Observations/Recommendations of Parliamentary Standing Committee
• Ensures that the spirit and essence of the original work are maintained, preserving its relevance and applicability to both the Act and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)