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OPSC OCS 2023 · Question 1 of 97

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of 'New Criminal Laws' enacted by Indian Parliament? (1) The new criminal law' Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita' came into effect from April 1, 2023 (2) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita replaced the Indian Penal Code (3) Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam came into effect from July 1, 2024 (4) The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was passed by the parliament in December, 2023

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  1. A1 and 4
  2. B2 and 3
  3. C3 and 4Correct
  4. D2 and 3

Answer: C. 3 and 4

Explanation

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) came into effect on July 1, 2024. The BNS is India's official criminal code, which replaced the Indian Penal Code (IPC) after being passed by parliament in December 2023.

Source: OPSC OCS Prelims 2023 GS Paper-I; answers per Apti Plus unofficial key

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