Union Home Minister Amit Shah made a significant announcement today, emphasising the accessibility of three new criminal laws in regional languages, including Tamil. The laws, namely the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) came into effect on Monday, replacing the British-era Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and the Indian Evidence Act.
Addressing concerns about the nomenclature of these laws, Shah stated, “The entire legal framework will be made available in Tamil and all proceedings will also be conducted in Tamil. If anyone has objections to the names, collaborative efforts should be made to address them. I urge stakeholders to come forward with their grievances.”
The Home Minister’s statement came in response to objections raised by some individuals, including Members of Parliament from Tamil Nadu, who expressed reservations about the laws being named in Hindi. Mr. Shah clarified that the laws would be accessible in all languages listed in the Constitution’s Eighth Schedule.
He further added, “Those opposing the names can meet with me to discuss their concerns. Neither the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister nor the MPs have sought time for such a meeting.”
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