Textbook on The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (Third Edition) by K. D. Gaur, revised by Madhu Gaur, offers a comprehensive and updated explanation of India’s newly enacted procedural criminal law replacing the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. This edition provides a clear, systematic, and analytical understanding of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), making it an essential resource during the transition to the reformed criminal justice framework.
The book explains the complete procedural structure under the BNSS, including investigation, FIR and information to police, arrest and bail, custody, cognizance by courts, charge framing, trial procedures, evidence-related provisions, victim participation, sentencing, appeals, revisions, and execution of sentences. It highlights key reforms introduced in areas such as digital records, timelines for investigation, forensic-based processes, summons and warrants, and expanded rights and safeguards for citizens and victims.
Designed for clarity and academic usability, this edition is highly suitable for LL.B and LL.M students, judiciary aspirants, legal practitioners, police and prosecution personnel, and researchers seeking authoritative guidance on India’s new criminal procedural law.
Key Features
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Comprehensive and updated coverage of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
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Explains the full procedural framework, from investigation to trial and execution.
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Highlights significant reforms replacing CrPC—timelines, digital processes, and forensics.
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Covers arrest, bail, custody, cognizance, jurisdiction, and trial stages in detail.
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Discusses victim rights and participation, including compensation and protection provisions.
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Includes comparative insights for smooth transition from the CrPC to BNSS.
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Ideal for LL.B and LL.M students, PCS(J), UPSC (Law Optional), and legal professionals.
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Revised by Madhu Gaur, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and contemporary legal relevance.
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Published by Universal / LexisNexis, guaranteeing authoritative and reliable academic content.
