A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court of India challenging the implementation of three new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). The petitioners argue that these laws were passed without sufficient parliamentary debate and contain ambiguities that could affect legal proceedings and the rights of individuals. The PIL requests a stay on the laws’ implementation, pending a review by an expert committee to address these concerns.
The Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed against the new criminal laws, raises several key concerns:
- Lack of Parliamentary Debate: The laws were passed without thorough discussion, as many Members of Parliament (MPs) were suspended during the session.
- Ambiguities and Discrepancies: The PIL highlights unclear provisions in the laws, which could lead to misinterpretation and misuse.
- Specific Provisions: For instance, the BNSS’s provision for up to 15 days of police custody raises concerns about potential abuse, particularly in extending custody periods and delaying bail.
The petitioners seek a stay on the implementation of these laws, requesting the Supreme Court to establish an expert committee to review and rectify these issues before the laws come into effect. They argue that the hasty passage of these laws without proper scrutiny poses a risk to citizens’ rights and the legal system’s integrity.
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