The new criminal laws, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam(BSA) are taking effect from July 1, 2024. These laws repeal and replace the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Indian Evidence Act respectively.