Anti-Rape Bill in West Bengal
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In a significant move to tackle the growing menace of rape cases in the state, the West Bengal government has tabled an anti-rape bill in the state assembly, proposing stringent measures to ensure time-bound trials and death penalty for those found guilty of the heinous crime.
Anti-Rape Bill , which was introduced in the assembly on 3 Sept 2024 , aims to provide a robust framework for dealing with rape cases, ensuring that justice is delivered swiftly and effectively to the victims and their families.
Key provisions of the bill include:
- Time-bound trials: The bill proposes that rape trials be completed within a period of 6 months from the date of filing of the charge sheet.
- Death penalty: The bill recommends death penalty for those found guilty of rape, in addition to life imprisonment.
- Enhanced punishment: The bill also proposes enhanced punishment for repeat offenders, with a minimum sentence of 10 years imprisonment.
- Protection of victims: The bill provides for the protection of victims and their families, including their identity and privacy.
The move comes in the wake of growing concerns over the rising incidence of rape cases in West Bengal, with the state recording one of the highest numbers of rape cases in the country.
The state government has been under pressure to take concrete steps to address the issue, and the introduction of the anti-rape bill is seen as a significant step in this direction.
Anti-Rape Bill is expected to be debated and discussed in the assembly, with lawmakers from various parties likely to participate in the discussion.
If passed, the bill is expected to send a strong message to perpetrators of rape and provide a sense of justice and relief to victims and their families.
The West Bengal government’s move is being seen as a significant step towards creating a safer and more secure environment for women and children in the state.
In a significant move to tackle the growing menace of rape cases in the state, the West Bengal government has tabled an anti-rape bill in the state assembly, proposing stringent measures to ensure time-bound trials and death penalty for those found guilty of the heinous crime. Anti-Rape Bill , which was introduced in the assembly…
In a significant move to tackle the growing menace of rape cases in the state, the West Bengal government has tabled an anti-rape bill in the state assembly, proposing stringent measures to ensure time-bound trials and death penalty for those found guilty of the heinous crime. Anti-Rape Bill , which was introduced in the assembly…