About the book:

This book extensively [850+ Pages] analyses each section of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 (BNSS), with cross-references to the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 (CrPC). This book follows a structured, integrated, interconnected approach to BNSS and stands out for its meticulous dissection and analysis. It offers an in-depth analysis of each provision, focusing on the following:

Legislative Intent – Analyses the purpose and motivation behind each clause to provide clarity on lawmakers' intentions
Legal Procedure Changes – Identifies and discusses the alterations in legal procedures brought about by BNSS
Practical Effects – Examines the real-world impact of these legal changes on law enforcement practices
Comparative Analysis – Provides a thorough comparison of BNSS provisions with those of the CrPC, highlighting significant revisions, new inclusions, and omissions
Evolution of Procedural Laws – Underlines how procedural laws have evolved with the introduction of the BNSS by highlighting the following:

Significant Changes
Additions
Omissions

This book is positioned as an essential resource for those involved in the legal profession, including practitioners, judges, and law students. It is designed to assist in understanding the complexities of the new procedural laws, preparing for legal proceedings, and facilitating academic research in criminal laws.

The Present Publication is the First Edition authored by Taxmann's Editorial Board with significant contributions from Adv. Saurabh Kansal, Prof. (Dr) Vageshwari Deswal and Dr Shruti Goyal. The noteworthy features of the book are as follows:

[Expert Analysis] Each section of BNSS is examined with precision, offering readers insights into the legislative intent and practical application of the law
[Comparative Tables and Lists] The book includes comparative tables showing the correlation between the sections of the CrPC and BNSS, new sections added, and sections repealed, which enhances the reader's comprehension and application of the law
[Case Law References] With a meticulous compilation of relevant case laws, this book presents landmark judgments and legal precedents shaping the interpretation of procedural law in India. These case laws serve as practical examples, aiding legal professionals and scholars in understanding how the new provisions are likely to be applied and interpreted in various legal scenarios, thereby bridging the gap between theory and practice
[Practical Insights] Focuses on the practical aspects of the law, offering perspectives on its impact on legal practice and the judicial system
[Additional Resources] Appendices contain the Statement of Objects and Reasons, Notes on Clauses, and relevant parliamentary committee reports, providing a comprehensive understanding of the legislative backdrop

The detailed contents of the book are as follows:

Tables

Table showing sections of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and corresponding sections of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Table showing sections of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 and corresponding sections of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Table showing new sections of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Table showing sections of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, repealed by Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Section Key to Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
List of Cases
Arrangement of sections
Analysis of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Appendices

Statement of Objects and Reasons
Notes on Clauses
247th Report on Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 – Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs – Observations/Recommendations – At a glance
Speech of Honourable Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation (Shri Amit Shah) in Lok Sabha on 20-12-2023
Provisions of other Acts Referred to in Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Glossary
Subject Index

About the Authors:

Saurabh Kansal,Vageshwari Deswal,Shruti Goyal,Taxmann's Editorial Board:

Saurabh Kansal

Saurabh Kansal is a distinguished advocate with an impressive academic and professional background, including degrees in Commerce (B.Com.), Law (LL.B.), and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Delhi University, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution. His legal career is marked by regular appearances in the Supreme Court, the Delhi High Court, and various other High Courts across India, focusing on criminal law.

Early in his career, Mr. Kansal contributed to the legal profession as a law researcher for the Hon'ble High Court, providing invaluable assistance to the bench. This experience laid the foundation for his commitment to supporting the judiciary and legislature in developing and refining legal principles.

Mr. Kansal is the founder of P & S Associates, a law firm recognized for its excellence in the legal field. This recognition includes receiving the prestigious' National Law Day Award' from the International Council of Jurists, London, highlighting his and his firm's significant contributions to law. His dedication to the legal profession and his passion for justice are evident in his work and achievements.

Vageshwari Deswal

Prof. (Dr) Vageshwari Deswal is a distinguished law professor at the University of Delhi. Specializing in criminal law and gender justice, Dr Deswal's multifaceted career encompasses roles as an academic, author, feminist, newspaper columnist, and activist.

She is celebrated for her insightful contributions to academic scholarship and active involvement in addressing societal challenges. Dr Deswal's dedication to advancing justice and equality is evident through her influential work, which enriches academic dialogue and fosters meaningful societal engagement.

Shruti Goyal

Dr Shruti Goyal, Associate Professor of Law at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab, has been a part of the faculty since 2010, teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students. She holds a PhD in Law from the same university, where her research focused on 'White Collar Crimes: An Analytical Study'. Dr Goyal is also a recognized solicitor in the Society of England and Wales and a life member of the Indian Society of Criminology.

Dr Goyal has made significant contributions to legal scholarship, with over 40 publications in her name, including research papers, journal articles, and book chapters. She has developed MOOCs for postgraduate legal education under e-PG Pathshala and has led a significant research project on Human Rights funded by the National Human Rights Commission. As a sought-after speaker, she has delivered over forty guest lectures, supervised numerous students at both masters and undergraduate levels, and served as an executive editor for the Journal of Victimology and Victim Justice.

Active in legal and academic circles, Dr Goyal chairs international and national seminar sessions, contribute to the District Legal Services Authority in Patiala, and participates in various capacities at the Centre for Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Victimology at RGNUL. Her research interests include white-collar crimes, procedural criminal law, forensic science, and transnational organized crimes, highlighting her commitment to advancing legal education and advocacy.

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