e-Nyaya Sarathi

A trial conducted without accused being physically present (rare, allowed in special cases).

The punishment given by court after conviction.

Yes, every accused who cannot afford a lawyer has the right to free legal aid.

Yes, the complainant must be given a free copy of FIR.

Yes, victims must be updated about investigation and trial stages.

Yes, police must record reasons and follow procedures before arrest.

Yes, no one can be forced to self-incriminate.

Yes, the accused has the right to consult a lawyer.

Yes, strict timelines are introduced for investigations and trials.

Yes, depending on the offence, bail is a right or at the discretion of the court.

Yes, women cannot be arrested at night except in exceptional cases with magistrate’s permission.

Yes, family or a nominated person must be informed immediately.

Yes, subject to court and police permission, basic rights exist.

Yes, regular medical examination is mandatory.

Yes, especially for women and vulnerable witnesses.

Yes, victims can be heard before bail is granted in serious cases.

Yes, charges must be clearly explained to them.

Yes, children are governed under JJ Act, with supportive BNSS provisions.

Yes, in certain sensitive cases like sexual offences, identity is protected.

Yes, BNSS supports online filing of complaints.

Yes, BNSS ensures accessible procedures for them.

Yes, the person can approach the magistrate directly.

Yes, BNSS fixes time limits for police investigations.

Yes, compensation schemes for victims are supported.

No, only confessions before magistrates are valid.

Yes, women must be handled by female police officers.

Only with warrant or in urgent situations defined by law.

Yes, even in custody they must get treatment.

Yes, courts must explain proceedings in a language understood by the accused.

Yes, harassment and ill-treatment are prohibited.

Yes, they can hire their own lawyer in addition to the public prosecutor.

Not beyond 24 hours, unless court grants remand.

Yes, no one can be tried twice for the same offence.

Yes, their statements must be recorded privately and respectfully.

Yes, child victims and accused cannot be publicly identified.

Yes, law does not prohibit it, and courts can accept such evidence.

Yes, bail conditions must be provided in writing.

Yes, except in sensitive cases (like sexual offences).

Yes, appeals are part of fair trial guarantees.

Yes, BNSS allows victims to challenge acquittals.

Yes, BNSS supports witness protection schemes.

Yes, in rare cases like absconding terrorists.

Yes, it is a fundamental trial right.

No, forced statements are invalid.

Yes, prosecution must share documents used against them.

Yes, judicial review and time limits are applicable.

Yes, searches of women must be done by female officers.

Yes, BNSS prohibits torture and illegal detention.

Yes, to save time and protect vulnerable persons.

Yes, courts must decide bail applications quickly.

Yes, filing false information is an offence.

Yes, courts must ensure accused understands the proceedings.

Yes, fast-track and protective measures apply.

Yes, only authorized searches are valid.

Yes, online systems will make case data available.

Yes, bail must not be excessive or unreasonable.

Yes, courts can allow in-camera proceedings.

Yes, summary trials reduce delays in minor offences.

Yes, consultations must be confidential.

Yes, they can approach higher courts.

Yes, complaints can be made online or through special helplines.

Yes, victims can share their impact before sentencing.

Yes, innocence is presumed until proven guilty.

Yes, digital tracking systems are being introduced.

Yes, within 24 hours of arrest.

No, reasons must be recorded in writing.

Yes, to ensure they were not mistreated.

Yes, if police refuse to act.

Yes, personal dignity must be respected.

No, a guardian or child welfare officer must be present.

Yes, courts must deliver judgment within fixed timelines.

Yes, courts can order compensation for expenses.

Yes, copies must be given to prepare for trial.

Yes, for vulnerable groups, magistrates can record statements at their residence.

Yes, their identity cannot be disclosed publicly.

Yes, but certain information may be confidential for security reasons.

Yes, anticipatory bail provisions remain.

Yes, complaints can be made to magistrates or higher authorities.

Yes, victim compensation and support services are available.

Yes, courts can consider health, age, and circumstances.

Yes, electronic summons are valid.

Yes, forced signatures are invalid.

Yes, they can approach higher courts.

Yes, in cases involving trauma or threats.

Yes, police must inform them of their rights.

Yes, complaints can be made to magistrate.

Yes, priority handling and safety measures are applied.

Yes, they must be given a copy.

Yes, certified copies can be requested.

Yes, courts can impose reasonable conditions.

Yes, impartial investigation is a fundamental right.

Yes, if new evidence appears, court can order further investigation.

Yes, bail applications must be decided quickly.

No, it is a constitutional and BNSS right.

Yes, compensation may be awarded by courts.

No, except with special magistrate’s permission.

Yes, courts can restrict accused from contacting victim.

Yes, subject to reasonable restrictions.

Yes, strict time limits apply.

Yes, urgent applications can be heard at any time.

Yes, complaints can be made to higher judiciary.

Yes, it applies equally regardless of gender, caste, religion, or status.

Yes, oral complaints must also be recorded and converted into FIR.

Yes, e-FIR is permitted, especially for cognizable offences.

Police must register FIR immediately once cognizable offence information is received.

No, refusal is not allowed. Citizens can approach magistrate if refused.

Filing false FIR is a punishable offence.

Yes, if the complaint reveals a cognizable offence.

No, FIR is the first step in cognizable cases.

Yes, a free copy must be given immediately.

Yes, High Court can quash FIR in exceptional cases.

Only court can allow withdrawal, not police alone.

No, they can start investigation directly.

Yes, they must obtain magistrate’s permission.

Yes, for cognizable and serious offences.

In non-cognizable offences or when law specifically requires.

No, female police must be present.

Generally no, except in urgent and serious cases.

Yes, they must identify themselves.

Only reasonable force is permitted.

Yes, reasons must be clearly explained.

Only if accused is violent or likely to escape.

Yes, within 24 hours.

Only with magistrate’s permission (remand).

Initially 15 days, extendable as per law but subject to judicial scrutiny.

Yes, if remanded by magistrate.

Yes, but within legal safeguards.

Yes, in urgent cases, but they must justify it later.

It authorizes police to search premises legally.

No, only female officers may search women.

Yes, if it is evidence or stolen property.

Yes, a receipt must be issued to the owner.

Only with proper authorization from competent authority.

Yes, during investigation they can record under Section 180 BNSS.

No, police statements are not signed by witnesses.

No, it must be submitted to the magistrate.

Usually within 60–90 days depending on the offence.

Accused may get default bail.

Yes, by filing closure report before court.

Yes, they can oppose it before the magistrate.

Yes, they can require witnesses to appear.

Yes, BNSS allows electronic communication.

Yes, especially for sensitive cases.

Yes, once charge-sheet is filed.

Yes, but copies must be given if needed for business or personal use.

Yes, if new evidence comes up.

Yes, if no sufficient evidence is found.

Yes, courts can order action against them.

Yes, but only with warrant or urgent need.

Yes, if relevant to investigation.

No, property must be returned once no longer needed.

Yes, with proper authorization.

Yes, BNSS empowers them to handle digital offences.

Yes, but they must inform local police.

Yes, if crime occurred outside their jurisdiction.

Yes, but with child welfare officer present.

No, unless with magistrate’s permission.

No, accused has right to consult lawyer.

No, it is illegal.

No, torture is prohibited.

Yes, in cases like drunk driving or sexual offences, with safeguards.

Yes, if ordered by court or as per law.

Yes, but only magistrate-recorded confessions are admissible.

Yes, for investigation of crimes.

Yes, in cognizable offences like murder or rape.

No, only court can allow withdrawal.

Yes, prevention of crime is their duty.

No, they must inform family immediately.

Yes, with due caution and warrant if needed.

Yes, with court approval.

Yes, under BNSS with embassy notification.

No, deportation is handled by government, not police alone.

Yes, in bailable offences.

No, bail is a right in such cases.

No, only courts can.

No, only courts can.

Yes, but procedure under Juvenile Justice Act must be followed.

Yes, but with special care and court monitoring.

Yes, with warrant or urgent need.

No, for premises with women, female officers must be present.

Yes, during investigation or suspicion.

Only with valid reason related to investigation.

Yes, for routine checks or suspicion of crime.

Yes, with court approval.

Yes, if protests are unlawful or without permission.

Yes, on receiving information of cognizable offences.

Yes, but suspicion must be reasonable and justified.

Yes, with consent and court order in sensitive cases.

Yes, road accidents are criminal cases.

Yes, to determine if abetment is involved.

Yes, if linked to crime.

Yes, but only with higher approval.

Yes, with proper legal sanction.

Yes, but with military authority involvement.

Yes, with due process.

Yes, but informers’ identity is protected.

Yes, with legal sanction.

Yes, undercover investigation is allowed.

Yes, as electronic evidence.

Yes, with court approval.

Only if criminal offence like fraud is involved.

Yes, it is their duty.

Yes, for tracing them.

Yes, cyber offences are included.

Yes, for identification.

Yes, with court permission.

Yes, it falls under criminal offences.

Yes, during investigation.

Yes, if criminal offences are suspected.

Yes, but carefully with guardian present.

Yes, cr crimes are under their jurisdiction.

Only with international cooperation.

No, extradition is required.

Yes, often with NIA or special agencies.

Yes, with proper procedure.

Yes, if they commit a crime.

No, property must be preserved till court orders.

Yes, if linked to crime.

Yes, with court permission.

Only with court approval.

No, unauthorized use is illegal.

Yes, with vigilance and court sanction.

Yes, in some cases before FIR.

Yes, for surveillance with approval.

Yes, to ensure accountability.

Yes, but only with consent and court order.

Yes, but only with consent and court permission.

Yes, with safeguards.

No, only one FIR is valid, others may be treated as statements.

Yes, if offences like domestic violence are involved.

Yes, and court can declare accused a proclaimed offender.

Yes, with court order.

Yes, as per law.

Yes, public assistance is encouraged.

Yes, for absconders.

Yes, as electronic evidence.

Yes, with proper legal sanction.

No, hacking is illegal; only lawful interception is allowed.

No, destruction of evidence is a crime.

No, it is illegal and punishable.

No, and it is punishable.

Yes, remedies exist in court.

Yes, through departmental and criminal proceedings.

No, arrests must be justified.

Yes, for routine checks but not for harassment.

Yes, if linked to crime.

Yes, with owner’s consent or court order.

Yes, if linked to investigation.

Yes, if criminal offences are suspected.

Yes, if it involves criminal offences.

Yes, law does not prohibit recording of public officials.

Yes, for cognizable offences.

For non-cognizable offences or when directed by court.

To know the reason, inform a relative, consult a lawyer, and be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours.

Generally no, except in special circumstances with prior permission of magistrate.

A magistrate.

Only if the accused is violent, dangerous, or has a history of escaping.

When accused is kept under police control for investigation.

When accused is kept in jail under the orders of court.

Maximum 15 days, but further custody may be judicial.

60 days (for offences up to 10 years) and 90 days (for offences punishable with death/life/10+ years).

Bail granted if police fail to file charge-sheet within the prescribed period.

Police officer or magistrate.

Court only.

Yes, courts generally consider bail favourably for women.

Yes, but they are dealt with under the Juvenile Justice Act, not regular BNSS procedure.

No, there must be reasonable suspicion or credible information.

Bail granted in advance when a person fears arrest.

Sessions Court or High Court.

Yes, if conditions are violated.

Not a right, it depends on court discretion.

Yes, subject to court’s satisfaction.

A written promise with or without sureties for release from custody.

A person who guarantees accused’s compliance with bail terms.

Yes, in higher courts.

Yes, if accused may abscond, tamper with evidence, or threaten witnesses.

Yes, during appeal process, subject to court discretion.

Temporary bail granted for a short period.

Bail granted after arrest during investigation or trial.

Bail granted when accused is to be taken from one state to another.

Only with court permission.

Bail can be cancelled and accused can be re-arrested.

No, only court can.

Bail granted due to serious health issues.

Courts often consider age while granting bail.

Yes, under its special powers.

Yes, High Court has wide powers.

Yes, but courts are cautious.

Only under strict conditions due to special law.

No, they must release immediately once bail is furnished.

Yes, in certain cases.

Yes, through personal bond.

Temporary release of prisoner for special reasons.

Periodic release of prisoner to maintain family and social ties.

No, they are for convicted prisoners, while bail is for under-trials.

Yes, if there is a risk to public order.

Prison authorities or state government.

Yes, but only by court and depending on facts.

Probation applies after conviction, not during trial.

Yes, through habeas corpus or bail application.