New Criminal Laws Launched in India

Current Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched three new criminal laws in Chandigarh on December 3, 2024.

• These laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—aim to modernize India's criminal justice system by replacing colonial-era laws.
• The initiative focuses on providing timely and fair justice, enhancing citizen safety, and eliminating outdated practices.
• Chandigarh became the first region to fully implement these reforms, showcasing advanced police functions through AI and digital evidence.

Question:

1 Which Indian city became the first region to fully implement the three new criminal laws?

• A) New Delhi
• B) Mumbai
• C) Bengaluru
• D) Chandigarh

Answer: D) Chandigarh was the first region to implement these reforms fully, showcasing advanced police functionalities through artificial intelligence and digital evidence usage.