Comparison between Chapter 37 of CrPC (1973) and Chapter 39 of BNSS (2023)

This article provides a detailed comparative analysis between Chapter 37 of the CrPC (1973) and Chapter 39 of BNSS (2023). Notably, BNSS (2023) introduces Section 530, allowing for trials and proceedings to be conducted electronically, reflecting a progressive shift towards modernizing legal practices. Additionally, the article discusses Section 530 under Chapter 39 of BNSS (2023) in detail. Furthermore, it examines relevant provisions in the CrPC (1973) Amendment Act of 2008, which permitted the use of audio-video electronic means in legal proceedings. Lastly, the article explores judicial perspectives on key sections under Chapter 37 of the CrPC (1973), offering insights into how courts have interpreted and applied its provisions.