The School of Law (BIHER) organized a special lecture titled “From IPC to BNS: A Paradigm Shift in Criminal Justice” on April 30, 2025. The event aimed to shed light on the significant changes introduced by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which replaces the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC).
The lecture provided an in-depth analysis of the rationale behind the overhaul of India's criminal laws, emphasizing the move towards decolonization and the incorporation of indigenous legal principles. Discussions highlighted the structural and procedural transformations brought about by the BNS, including its impact on law enforcement practices, judicial processes, and the rights of the accused.