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Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Authors: Dr. Sagar Shelke and Dr. Bharati Shelke

ISBN: 978-81-989856-3-7

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59646/bns/399

Date of Publication: July 05, 2025

About the Book:

The “Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023” presents a comprehensive framework for criminal law in India, encapsulating its historical evolution, contemporary reforms, and the structure of the 2023 code. The book starts by tracing the development of criminal law in India, from the ancient and medieval periods, through the colonial era, to post-independence developments, culminating in the recent 2023 reforms. It provides a detailed look at the structure and classification of offenses under the new code, including jurisdictional aspects and the applicability of the law in various cases such as corporate crimes and international jurisdiction. In-depth sections are devoted to general exceptions in criminal liability, defining legal defenses such as mistake of fact, judicial acts, and absence of criminal intent. The book also explores inchoate crimes like abetment, conspiracy, and attempt, as well as offenses against the human body, women, and property, detailing punishments and legal defenses for each. Key topics such as dowry death, sexual harassment, kidnapping, robbery, and organized crime are thoroughly examined. Additionally, the text addresses offenses against public tranquility, state security, and national integrity, offering insights into laws surrounding sedition, waging war, and the protection of public officials. With sections dedicated to various forms of criminal trespass, rioting, and unlawful assembly, this book serves as a crucial reference for understanding the scope of criminal law in modern India, including the legal nuances, punishments, and defenses under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

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