Open Acts — Indian Statutory Reference System & Legal Research

Comprehensive reference database of 10,720+ Indian Central and State Bare Acts, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS 2023), BNSS, BSA, Constitution of India, and 3,500+ Supreme Court precedent digests with IRRAC legal analysis and Hindi translation.

Fast Reference: Major Indian Criminal Law Reforms (2023 Codes)

  • Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS): Replaces Indian Penal Code (IPC 1860). IPC 302 (Murder) is now BNS 103, IPC 420 (Cheating) is now BNS 318(4), IPC 379 (Theft) is BNS 303.
  • Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS): Replaces CrPC 1973. Mandates Zero FIR (Section 173), audio-video search recording (Section 105), and electronic summons.
  • Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA): Replaces Indian Evidence Act 1872. Expands electronic evidence recognition and digital certificate admissibility.
  • Constitution of India: Complete Articles 1 to 395, Schedules, and Amendments with legal commentary.

Frequently Asked Legal Questions (FAQ)

Which section in BNS replaced IPC Section 420 (Cheating)?

IPC Section 420 is now Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023.

Which section in BNS replaced IPC Section 302 (Murder)?

IPC Section 302 is now Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023.

Where can I read Indian Bare Acts with Hindi translation for free?

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