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    Question

    Which of the following best reflects the new provision

    related to summary trials under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023?
    A All cases punishable up to 3 years can be tried summarily. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Summary trials have been abolished. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Magistrates can try cases summarily only with prior approval from Sessions Court. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Summary trials are restricted to cases where punishment does not exceed 2 years. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All IPC offences are now triable summarily. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Under Section 283(1) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, the scope of summary trials has been expanded: “The Magistrate of the First Class may try summarily any offence punishable with imprisonment not exceeding three years.” This is a key change from the earlier limit of 2 years under the CrPC (Section 260), intended to: • Expedite minor criminal cases, • Reduce case pendency, and • Ensure efficient use of judicial time without compromising justice. However, safeguards under Section 283(4) ensure that if the Magistrate feels a summary trial is inappropriate, the case can be converted to a regular trial.

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