SC to Hear Challenge Against BNS and BSA Provisions on Terrorism, Sedition, and Electronic Evidence

Former MP Vinod Kumar Boinapally has moved the Supreme Court challenging key provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), replacing the IPC and Evidence Act.

The plea questions the constitutionality of Sections 113 (terrorism) and 152 (sedition-like offences) of BNS, citing a lack of safeguards and vague definitions.

It also challenges BSA provisions on electronic evidence, digital records, and confessions, arguing violations of Articles 14, 19, and 21.

The matter, tagged with similar petitions, will be heard on 5 February.

The petition raises concerns about arbitrary enforcement and potential misuse of these laws.