New Criminal Laws Explained: BNS, BNSS, BSA
Comparative Analysis of the Old Laws with the New
Landmark Judgments to Recent Developments: All Covered
Why this Course?
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With the news of the New Criminal Law coming last year, we noticed that it caused some confusion among students and professionals. We realized there was a gap that needed filling, so we decided to create a new course to clear up any confusion and help everyone understand its applicability and relevance.
This Course is a product of (at least) a month-long effort of reading the new laws, taking notes of the changes, deliberating over what we could provide to the students to make it easier for them & then finally implementing it along with the implementation of the laws.
As a result, our students get to learn the new laws along with the old ones & considering this is also new for us, we are also taking up suggestions of what more could be added to the course (the mocks, the comparative downloadable sheets, the live sessions are all the outcome of post-launch additions).
This has been our journey & progress with the New Criminal Laws, want to see what all do we have in this Course? 👇🏻
Course Syllabus
- Welcome to the Course
- Criminal Law Glossary
- The Making of NCL in All New Comic Strip Style
- Overview: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Overview: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
- Overview: Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
- Books and Movies Recommendation
- Learn the Basic Differences in Law
- The Retro Effect: How time matters in Law?
- Archived Provisions from Old Criminal Laws
- Chapter I : Definitions under BNS
- Chapter II : Punishments
- Chapters VI : Offences Affecting the Human Body
- Chapters VII, VIII : Offences Against the State & Armed Forces
- Chapters XIX : Criminal Intimidation, Insult, Annoyance, Defamation
- Assessment Answers
- Chapter III : General Exceptions
- Chapter IV : Of Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy And Attempt
- Chapter V : Offences Against Woman and Child
- Chapters IX, X : Offences relating to Elections, Currency Notes etc.
- Chapters XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI : Offences Against Public Tranquility & Servants
- Chapter XVII, XVIII : Offences Against Property, Property Marks
- Introduction to Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
- Types of Offences under Criminal Laws
- Chapters II, III, IV : Introduction to Criminal Courts & Offices
- Chapters V, VI : Arrest & Appearance of Persons
- Chapters X, XI : Urgent Orders by Magistrates & Maintenance Orders
- Chapter XIII : FIR Provisions
- Chapter XXIII : Plea Bargaining
- Chapter XXXV : Bail & Bonds
- Chapter XXIX : Judgment & Victim Compensation Scheme
- Assessment Answers
- Chapter XVIII : Charge
- Chapters VIII, IX : Forfeiture of Property & Security for keeping peace
- Chapters XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XXV, XXVI : Investigation, Inquiries & Trial Procedures
- Chapters XVII, XIX, XX, XXI, XXII : Trial in Summons & Warrant Cases
- Chapters XXXIV, XXXVII, XXXVIII : Execution, Suspension, Remission, Commutation of Sentences
- Chapters XXX, XXXI, XXXII, XXXIII : Reference, Revision, Appeals
- Chapter XXXIX : Miscellaneous
- Introduction & Overview to the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam
- Chapter II : Relevancy of Facts & Admissions
- Chapter III, IV, V : Facts, Oral Evidence, Documentary Evidence
- Chapter VI, VII : Production and Effect of Evidence, Burden of Proof
- Chapter VIII : Various forms of estoppel
- Chapter IX : Who may testify, Witness and Privileged communications
- Chapter X : Examination of Witnesses, Order of production, Cross-examination, Leading questions
- Chapter XI : Improper Admission and Rejection of Evidence
- Assessment Answers
- Criminal Law Amendments Triggered by Horrific Cases
- Overview of POCSO Act and JJA
- How to file FIR in a Police Station: Practical Procedure
- Discussing Most Controversial Provisions in Criminal Laws
- Step by Step Criminal Procedure for Accused: Practical Application
- Step by Step Criminal Procedure for Victim: Practical Application
- Landmark Judgments
- 2025 Judgments on Criminal Laws
- 2024 Judgments on Criminal Laws
- Compilation of 50 IPC Cases
- Compilation of 50 CrPC Cases
- Compilation of 50 IEA Cases
- Criminal Law Activities For You
Who should take this course?
Any student of law, which includes:
- LLB Aspirants & Students
- LLM Aspirants & Students
- Lawyers/Advocates
- Competitive Exams Aspirants
- Legal Professionals
- Anyone having Interest in the New Criminal Laws
This course will not only help you ace your exams, but it will also build your foundation in the subject of ‘Criminal Law’ and help you understand the essence of the New Laws.
Note:
- Pre-Recorded Videos: Watch them as per your own time & comfort.
- All videos & sessions will be in English.
- New Videos being added Every Week.
- Course Access: 2 years from the date of enrolment.
- Course has been taught by the following Subject Experts:
. Mrs. Anubha Mishra
. Ms. Kakoli Nath
. Mr. Siddharth Ranka
Frequently Asked Questions
To study the new criminal laws effectively, start by understanding the structure of BNS, BNSS, and BSA.
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Compare key sections with IPC, CrPC, and IEA
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Focus on changes in definitions, offences, and trial procedures
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Use updated notes or structured courses for clarity and practice.
Yes, the old criminal laws — IPC, CrPC, and IEA — are still relevant for exams like CLAT PG and UGC NET. Even though BNS, BNSS, and BSA replaced them from July 1, 2024, many exams continue to include questions from the old laws due to pending court cases, legacy syllabus, and transitional overlap. Always check the latest syllabus or notification before starting your prep.
Yes, the new criminal laws — BNS, BNSS, and BSA — are applicable across all states and Union Territories, including Jammu & Kashmir. Since the removal of Article 370, central laws apply uniformly throughout India, unless explicitly excluded by legislation.
The objectives behind replacing IPC, CrPC, and IEA include: modernising colonial laws, improving trial speed, giving more rights to victims, and making procedures more technology-friendly.
The new criminal laws are designed to speed up criminal trials and make them more transparent by:
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Setting time limits for investigation and trial
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Allowing e-FIRs and digital case records
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Expanding victim rights and enabling quicker trial options like plea bargaining
To study the new criminal laws for judiciary exams:
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Begin with bare acts of BNS, BNSS, and BSA
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Create a comparison table with IPC, CrPC, and IEA
Focus on changes in definitions, punishments, and trial procedure
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Solve MCQs, case-based questions, and refer to judicial interpretations as they emerge
Yes, criminal law is a strong career in India. It opens up roles in litigation, public prosecution, judiciary, and legal policy — especially for those interested in courtroom work and justice delivery.
The highest paying roles in criminal law include:
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Senior partners in top law firms handling criminal or white-collar crime cases
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Special Public Prosecutors in high-profile cases
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Legal consultants for corporate crime, investigations, or compliance
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Judges in the higher judiciary
The difference between civil law and criminal law lies in their purpose: civil law resolves personal disputes (like contracts or property), while criminal law deals with crimes against society, where the State represents the victim and prosecutes the offender.
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