LS passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill 2026, Pg12

Key Highlights:

• The Lok Sabha passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 by voice vote.
• The bill aims to decriminalise minor offences across various laws.
• It seeks to amend 784 provisions of 79 Central Acts administered by 23 Ministries.
• The bill decriminalises 717 provisions and amends 67 provisions to facilitate ease of living.

Detailed Insights:

• The bill rationalizes over 1,000 offences, removing outdated provisions to improve the regulatory environment.
• The amendments intend to promote ease of doing business and ease of living for citizens and MSMEs.
• The bill reflects a move towards reducing the burden of minor offences on the judicial system.
• The legislative changes aim to foster a more conducive environment for businesses and reduce unnecessary legal hurdles.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Decriminalisation: The process of removing criminal penalties for certain actions or offenses.
• Ease of Doing Business: Reforms that make it easier for businesses to operate, including starting, running, and closing a business.
• MSMEs: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, which are vital for economic growth and employment.