When did BNS, BNSS and BSA come into effect?

  • Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
    • Replaces: Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
    • Enforcement Date: 1st July, 2024
  • Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023
    • Replaces: Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973
    • Enforcement Date: 1st July, 2024
  • Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023
    • Replaces: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
    • Enforcement Date: 1st July, 2024

Important Dates:

  • Passed by Indian Parliament
    • Lok Sabha (Lower House): 20th December, 2023
    • Rajya Sabha (Upper House): 21st December, 2023
  • Presidential Assent
    • All three acts (BNS, BNSS, BSA) received assent from the President of India on: 25th December, 2023

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