Madras High Court Questions Need To Bring 'New Criminal Laws', Says Govt Could Have Amended IPC, CrPC & Evidence Act To Bring Changes

In a recent case, the Madras High Court questioned the Indian government about its approach to criminal law reform. The court scrutinized the introduction of new criminal laws, such as the BNS, BNSS, and BSA, and their implications. The judges expressed concerns over why there had been no amendments to the existing criminal laws, questioning the rationale behind enacting new legislation without revising the old ones. The court's inquiry underscores the need for a comprehensive review of the criminal justice system and highlights the importance of addressing existing laws before introducing new ones.