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Addresses governance challenges, technological adoption in public services, and the ongoing reform process in a critical sector like justice delivery.
Modernization of the criminal justice system involves updating legal frameworks, integrating technology, and enhancing the capacity of law enforcement and judicial personnel to ensure efficient, transparent, and citizen-centric justice delivery.
Driving Force
Implementation of new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA)
Technological Integration
Digital applications like e-FIR, e-Summons, ICJS, e-Sakshya, Nyaya Shruti
Human Resource Development
Large-scale capacity building and training for all stakeholders
Objectives
Improved efficiency, transparency, and accountability
Electronic Processes (e-processes)
Implementation for issuance, service, and execution of judicial documents like summons and warrants.
Digital Platforms
Use of platforms (e.g., District Case Management Services - DCMS portal) for verification and tracking of judicial proceedings.
Videoconferencing Facilities
Leveraging videoconferencing to ensure the appearance of accused persons and witnesses, avoiding delays.
Coordination Mechanisms
Strengthening coordination among criminal justice functionaries (judiciary, police, prosecution) through committees and digital tools.
Static syllabus anchors
| Type | Reference |
|---|---|
| Conceptual area | Indian Polity & Governance |
| Conceptual area | Judiciary & Judicial Review |
| Conceptual area | Emerging Information Technologies |
| Conceptual area | Constitutional & Statutory Bodies |
Institutions & roles
| Body | Role |
|---|---|
| Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) | Capacity building |
| State/UT Governments | Implements |
| High Courts | Directs and oversees implementation of reforms |
| District Judiciary | Implements and utilizes technological tools |
| State Police | Adopts digital tools for process execution |
| State Government | Formulates and implements relevant rules/policies |
Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis
Prelims angle: Policy measures
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Open questionIMPLEMENTATION OF NEW CRIMINAL LAWS
22 Jul 2026 · Comprehensive effort to update criminal laws, integrate digital tools, and train personnel to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the justice system.
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Read articleCurrent topic
Modernization of India's Criminal Justice System
Digital Governance in Public Services
Open notesOften confused withNew Criminal Laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA)
Open notesOften confused withJudicial Pendency and Reforms in India
Open notesOften confused withGender Justice and Victim Blaming
Open notesOften confused withBail and its principles in Indian Criminal Justice System
Open notesOften confused withGender Sensitivity and Justice in the Indian Judiciary
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