As per the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, which of the following best defines “electronic communication”?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Any information transmitted using electronic devices like phones or computers.
• As per Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, electronic communication includes emails, texts, messages, or digital media transmitted through electronic devices.
Information Booster:
• BNSS, 2023 replaces the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973.
• Aims to modernize criminal procedures through technology integration.
• Includes provisions for electronic warrants, e-FIRs, and video trials.
• Recognizes digital evidence as legally valid.
• Ensures transparency and efficiency in legal processes.
Additional Knowledge:
• BNSS is part of the Three New Criminal Laws (2023) along with Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).
• Introduced by Ministry of Home Affairs, effective July 1, 2024.
• Focuses on citizen-centric justice delivery.
• Electronic communication ensures faster investigation and court processes.