SHORT ANSWER:
Recent amendments to the IPC and CrPC have introduced various legal safeguards for victims and accused persons.
DETAILS:
- The Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013 enhanced punishment for sexual offenses and introduced new offenses like stalking and acid attacks.
- The Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Act, 2008 provided for the rights of victims to be heard during bail proceedings.
- The Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018 introduced provisions for the death penalty for the rape of minors.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Enhanced penalties for sexual offenses can lead to life imprisonment or death penalty in severe cases.
- Victims have the right to legal representation and to be informed about the progress of their cases.
SOURCE:
- Indian Penal Code (IPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)
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