Expansion of Terrorism Definition in Indian Law

New Criminal Laws in India

From July 1st, three new criminal laws will replace IPC, CRPC, and Indian Evidence Act with new codes.

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25 sep, 2020

Expanded Definition of Terrorism

The Indian Penal Code (IPC) will be replaced by the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which includes a detailed definition of terrorism.

25 sep, 2020

Terrorism Includes Damage Abroad

Damaging Indian property abroad will now be considered a terrorist act, possibly due to past embassy attacks.

25 sep, 2020

Economic Security in Terrorism

The new definition of terrorism in Indian law now includes 'economic security', targeting counterfeit currency and smuggling.

25 sep, 2020

Wider Range of Terrorist Acts

A broader range of activities, including biological, radioactive, and nuclear attacks, will now be classified as terrorism.

25 sep, 2020

Possession of Terrorist Property

Holding property known to be acquired through terrorism will also be considered a terrorist act under the new law.

25 sep, 2020

Kidnapping and Detention as Terrorism

Kidnapping or detaining a person to influence the government is now a terrorist act.

25 sep, 2020

Punishments for Terrorism

The law prescribes varying punishments for terrorism, including the death penalty or life imprisonment for fatal acts.

25 sep, 2020

Conspiracy and Support Punishable

Conspiring, attempting, or aiding terrorist activities can lead to a minimum of five years to life imprisonment.

25 sep, 2020

Changes from July 1st

The new laws will bring significant changes to the legal framework dealing with terrorism from July 1st.