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The Concept of Insanity in Criminal Law: Legal Tests and Judicial Trends

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Published on 9th April 2025 Authored By: Yashasvi Noniwal Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed To Be University) Mullana-Ambala, Haryana Introduction The “insanity defense” is a strategy utilized in the criminal law of India to safeguard an individual charged with a crime from being held accountable. The defense is based on the idea that the accused was suffering […]

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The concept of insanity in criminal law: legal tests and judicial Trends

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Published on 31st March 2025 Authored By: Aqsa Nadeem Institute of Engineering and Management Abstract In determining criminal liability of defendants, the criminal justice system relies on insanity. In India, legal framework establishes the criminal liability of accused persons suffering from mental illness by committing the tests to determine his or her participation in a punishment.

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The Concept of Insanity in Criminal Law: Legal tests and judicial trends

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Published on 31st March 2025 Authored By: Chandan Mandal Tencho India University ABSTRACT The notion of insanity in criminal law suggests that an individual may not be entirely accountable for their actions if they are experiencing a significant mental disorder. This perspective is crucial for determining whether a person can be held liable for a criminal

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Reforming the Criminal Justice System in India: An Analysis of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam

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Published On: 15th March, 2025 Authored By: Varun Sharma Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar ABSTRACT In recent years, India has seen major developments in the criminal justice system, particularly with the introduction of three significant legislations: the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). These reforms aim to

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