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India Decriminalizes 717 Offenses in Historic Legal Reform
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India has passed the Jan Vishwas Act, decriminalizing 717 offenses that previously carried fines or prison time. This landmark legislative review aims to reduce excessive criminalization while creating a more supportive environment for businesses and everyday life.
India has passed the Jan Vishwas Act, decriminalizing 717 offenses that previously carried fines or prison time. This landmark legislative review aims to reduce excessive criminalization while creating a more supportive environment for businesses and everyday life.