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New Criminal Code Bills: In a tumultuous turn of events during the winter session, Lok Sabha successfully pushed through three amended criminal law bills, namely, the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Sanhita. These bills aim to replace the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act, respectively.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced new amendments to the bills, including one providing exemptions to doctors in cases of death resulting from medical negligence. The amendments, however, come amidst heightened tensions in the Parliament, with 143 Opposition members suspended due to protests over a recent security breach.
The suspension count in the Lok Sabha escalated to 97 today, with two more MPs facing suspension, intensifying the conflict between the government and the Opposition. The security breach incident has become the latest flashpoint, overshadowing legislative discussions.
Opposition leaders, including Adhir Ranjan Choudhary and Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, have expressed reservations about the proposed criminal law bills. Concerns revolve around potential human rights violations and the perceived lack of safeguards against potential excesses by law enforcement agencies.
In defence of the bills, members of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies argue that the existing British-era criminal laws focus primarily on punishment and deterrence. They contend that the proposed bills shift the emphasis to justice and reformation, aligning with the evolving needs of modern-day India.
The passage of these bills unfolds against the backdrop of a politically charged atmosphere, reflecting the ongoing struggles between the government and the Opposition in the Lok Sabha.
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