Comparative Analysis Of IPC, CRPC & IEA With BNS, BNSS & BSA: A Gender Justice Perspective In India’s Criminal Law Reforms
- IJLLR Journal
- Jun 19
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 20
Gourav Singh Louhan, B.A.LL.B. (Hons.), Sardar Patel Subharti Institute of Law, Meerut
ABSTRACT
The protection of women in India has been a key focus of criminal law reforms, particularly in the face of evolving societal challenges and increasing awareness of gender-based violence. This paper examines the strengthening of laws for the protection of women under the new criminal law reforms in India. It explores the historical context of legal protections for women, tracing the evolution from the Indian Penal Code of 1860 to the contemporary legislative changes, including the introduction of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita and Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita. The research highlights key legal provisions related to crimes against women, such as rape, domestic violence, harassment, and the protection of witnesses, comparing them across different legal frameworks. Additionally, the paper delves into the incorporation of technological advancements, the establishment of fast-track courts, and the importance of a supportive legal environment to address the needs of survivors. The study emphasizes the significance of a holistic approach, which includes social and cultural reforms alongside legal changes, to foster a safer environment for women. The paper concludes by outlining the potential for India to create a more equitable and just society through comprehensive and proactive legal reforms, ensuring women’s rights and dignity are upheld in both law and practice.
Keywords: Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), Criminal law reform, Fast-track courts, Women’s protection, Gender justice, Legal safeguards, Cybercrime and women, Sexual violence, Domestic violence, Witness protection, Victim rights, Stalking and voyeurism.
