CJI Praises New Criminal Laws for Society: Chandrachud Commends Govt’s Introduction of Three New Acts
India’s Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud has praised the three new laws brought by the central Modi government to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CRPC), and Evidence Act. The Chief Justice stated that these three new laws are very important for society and India is prepared for significant changes in its robust judicial system.
Historical Counting of Three New Criminal Laws by Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud
Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud has also historically counted the three new criminal laws. He further stated that India is prepared for significant changes in its robust judicial system. These changes will be successful when responsible individuals implement them.
Impact of New Laws on Criminal Justice System
According to the Chief Justice, these new laws have changed the legal landscape of criminal justice in the new era. This is historic because any law does not affect daily life like criminal laws.
Need for New Laws
The Chief Justice stated that the biggest flaw in old laws (IPC, CRPC, Evidence Act) was that they were very old. These laws were in force since 1860 and 1873. The introduction of new laws by the Parliament is a clear message that India is changing, and we need new paths to face current challenges, which we are getting through new laws. He mentioned that according to new laws, audio-visual recording will be done during trials to ensure the security of citizens along with the complainant.
Adoption of New Laws
According to the Chief Justice, the adoption of these laws by Parliament is a clear indication that India is changing and moving forward, and to face current challenges, the necessity of new laws is being adopted. The Indian Penal Code, Indian Civil Protection Act, and Indian Evidence Act will come into effect from July 1, 2024. With the implementation of these laws, old laws IPC, CRPC, and Evidence Act will be repealed.
Conference on the Administration of Criminal Justice System in Delhi
This statement was made by the Chief Justice during a conference on the Administration of Criminal Justice System in India’s Progressive Path. In this event, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, Attorney General R. Venkataramani, and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta were present.
Enforcement of New Laws
The Indian Penal Code, Indian Civil Protection Act, and Indian Evidence Act will come into effect from July 1, 2024. These laws were passed by Parliament on December 21, 2023. After being ratified by President Draupadi Murmu on December 25, the three bills became laws.
