Bharatiya Criminal Laws and Medical Practice: Understanding the Interface

Recently, India revamped the criminal justice system with the passing of three new criminal laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.These laws contain reformative provisions that seek to establish a more just and efficient medical profession.This article will provide a more nuanced understanding of the new legal framework influencing medical practice, patient rights, and healthcare accountability in India.Through an analysis of key provisions of the three laws, the present research embarks upon the journey to elucidate the intricate relationship between the new criminal justice system and the medical profession.The reforms in criminal laws are aimed to enhance legal protection of patients and medical professionals at the same time it ensures timely justice in case of medical malpractice.Through the endeavor, the researcher aims to reflect how the democratic process of our country has transformed towards a more transparent, accountable medical field and ensure patient empowerment.