Mental Illness Under The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 V/S. Mental Illness Under The Bns

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Mental Illness Under The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 V/S. Mental Illness Under The Bns

Before MHA 2017, the Mental Healthcare Act of 1987 prioritized the institutionalization of mentally ill persons and denied them any rights. The Act gave judicial officers and mental health facilities disproportionate power to authorize long-term hospitalizations, often against the individual’s informed consent and preferences. As a result, some people continue to be admitted and languish …

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Abetment, Harbouring, And Conspiracy Under Bns

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Abetment, Harbouring, And Conspiracy Under Bns

The BNS now includes new offenses such as organized crime (Clauses 109-110), terrorist acts (Clause 111), acts endangering India’s sovereignty, unity, and integrity (Clause 150), murder by a group of five or more people based on race, religion, caste, etc. (Clause 101), making or publishing fake news (Clause 195), and sexual intercourse by deceptive means …

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Variety Of Offenses Under Bns (Snatching, Petty Organised Crime)

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Variety Of Offenses Under Bns (Snatching, Petty Organised Crime)

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita retains Most of the IPC’s crimes.  It includes community service as a type of punishment. Sedition is no longer considered an offense. Instead, a new felony has been formed for acts that threaten India’s sovereignty, unity, and integrity. Terrorism is now included as a crime under the BNS. It is described …

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Replacement Of Sedition With Treason Under Bns

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Replacement Of Sedition With Treason Under Bns

One of the hallmarks of colonialism is the permanent and continuous growth of the State’s policing powers over its subjects. The new criminal rules do little to shift away from the colonial mindset of an all-powerful state. Rather, they intensify the power dynamic between the state and the citizens by strengthening police powers and establishing …

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The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners Bill, 2023

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The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners Bill, 2023

The Rajya Sabha has passed the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service, and Term of Office) Bill, 2023, which details the process for appointing Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and the Election Commissioners (EC). The legislation seeks to increase transparency in the appointment process in response to an order from the …

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Rules And Regulations After Getting Defective Cars From Dealerships

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Rules And Regulations After Getting Defective Cars From Dealerships

Car dealerships have established regulations and processes that govern the sales process. These principles govern how businesses contact and communicate with prospective consumers, negotiate rates, and manage trade-ins. Car dealerships must also comply with state and federal rules governing vehicle sales. One of the most frequent pricing strategies is the “no-haggle” pricing strategy, which states …

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Explain The Admissibility Of Electronic Evidence Under The Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam Act 2023

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Explain The Admissibility Of Electronic Evidence Under The Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam Act 2023

Electronic evidence, which ranges from emails and text messages to social media posts and security films, gives a detailed and often unassailable record of occurrences. This transition has expedited the investigation process and created new obstacles to the authenticity, preservation, and interpretation of electronic evidence. As technology advances, the legal system must modify its frameworks …

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