Key Concepts & Structural Highlights
- Mandatory forensic investigation for offences punishable by 7+ years imprisonment.
- Statutory recognition of Zero FIR, e-FIR, and digital/audio-video recording of search and seizure.
- Enhanced safeguards for arrests of elderly, infirm, and female citizens.
- Bail provisions (Sec 478-496) and undertrial release limits.
Practical Relevance & Scope
Defines police powers, arrest safeguards (Sec 35, 36, 58), and court trial procedures.
Educational Study Note:
BNSS contains 531 Sections replacing the 484 Sections of CrPC 1973.
Official Reference: Ministry of Home Affairs Guidelines