Judicial Overhaul in India Decriminalizes Hundreds of Offenses That Previously Landed You in Prison

  In one of India’s largest-ever legislative reviews, 717 offenses that might have come with a steep fine or even jail time have been decriminalized. Called the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, the aim is for a shift away from excessive criminalization to help create a more relaxed business environment and easier living. Reporting […] The post Judicial Overhaul in India Decriminalizes Hundreds of Offenses That Previously Landed You in Prison appeared first on Good News Network.

Judicial Overhaul in India Decriminalizes Hundreds of Offenses That Previously Landed You in Prison

  In one of India’s largest-ever legislative reviews, 717 offenses that might have come with a steep fine or even jail time have been decriminalized. Called the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, the aim is for a shift away from excessive criminalization to help create a more relaxed business environment and easier living. Reporting […]

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