What is one of the major reforms introduced in BNSS, 2023 with respect to FIRs?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. E-FIRs are permitted for certain offenses.
The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, which replaced the CrPC, introduces significant technological reforms. One major change is the formal recognition of Electronic FIRs (e-FIRs). This allows citizens to report incidents via electronic communication, regardless of their location, making the process more accessible and transparent.
Additionally, BNSS mandates the registration of a Zero FIR, which allows an individual to file an FIR at any police station, irrespective of where the crime took place, which is then transferred to the relevant station.