Taxmann's Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 – Bare Act with Section Notes

Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 [Bare Act with Section Notes ] by Taxmann is a concise yet authoritative reference that combines the full legislative text of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), comparative tables, cross-references, and expert 'section notes' into one publication. It elucidates modern procedural provisions, especially for electronic/digital processes, and clarifies how they align with or deviate from the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Cr.PC.).

It offers a thorough and authoritative understanding of India's new criminal procedure regime under the BNSS, ensuring clarity for legal practitioners, the judiciary, policymakers, academicians, researchers, and students.

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 [Act No. 46 of 2023 ], with the following noteworthy features:

• Comprehensive Text of the BNSS 2023
• Complete Legislative Text – Incorporates the full text of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, meticulously arranged
• Section Notes — The Standout Feature
• Editorial/Explanatory Guidance – Appended right after each statutory section, these notes break down technical phrases, discuss scope and intent, and connect BNSS to everyday practice
• Legislative Context – Demonstrates the evolution from Cr.PC., highlighting which older sections are repealed or merged into BNSS
• Case Law & Practical Insights – Includes references to important Supreme Court and High Court rulings. It also summarises best practices or procedural pointers relevant to arrests, bail, trials, etc.
• Comparative Tools & Tables
• Cr.PC.–BNSS Cross-Reference – Pinpoints where Cr.PC. provisions find their parallels or modifications in BNSS, 2023
• Reverse Cross-Reference – Allows users to start from BNSS sections and see their approximate antecedents in the Cr.PC
• List of New Sections – Highlights fresh procedural concepts introduced under BNSS for quick reference
• Table of Repealed Cr.PC. Provisions – Shows which parts of the old code no longer apply, making it easier to transition to BNSS
• In-depth Comparative Study
• Clause-by-Clause Analysis – Detailed notes track how BNSS differs from or aligns with Cr.PC. For instance, designated police officers, audio-video-enabled procedures, and new bail conditions are explained in plain language
• Readable & Systematic – Perfect for both quick referencing and thorough research
• Section Key & Alphabetical Index
• Section Key – Maps major topics (Arrest, Bail, Summons, etc.) to relevant BNSS sections
• Alphabetical Key – Offers an alphabetical subject-based approach, showing how BNSS modifies or merges with older Cr.PC. rules
• Supplementary Materials
• Arrangement of Sections – A structured list to navigate the BNSS chapters
• Legislative Intent – Includes Statement of Objects & Reasons, Notes on Clauses, and excerpts from the Standing Committee's 247^th Report for contextual clarity
• Minister's Speech – A look into official parliamentary debate, highlighting key policy drives behind BNSS
• Appendix of Related Acts – Relevant references to other statutes frequently invoked in BNSS procedures
• Annexures
• Delegation of Powers to UT Administrators – Clarifies how BNSS confers or reshapes the authority of Union Territories' Administrators
• Forensic Science Laboratories & Notified Experts – Aligns forensic standards and notified officials with the updated investigative framework
• Re-designation of Courts – Explains the transition from 'metropolitan' or 'magisterial' courts under Cr.PC. to BNSS standards
• Audio-Video Means for Witness Examinations – Details guidelines reflecting BNSS's emphasis on digital/remote testimonies and modern technology
• Police Control Room Notifications – Outlines newly designated responsibilities and official orders relevant to policing
• User-Friendly Layout
• A broad subject index lets you locate topics efficiently—vital for practitioners and students navigating extensive criminal procedures