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The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on March 27.
It was introduced by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada.
A key proposal in the Bill includes a 30-day grace period for renewing an expired driving license.
The Bill broadly aims to decriminalize minor offenses across various laws to promote ease of living and doing business.
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill is a legislative initiative aimed at decriminalizing minor offenses across various central Acts. Its primary objective is to replace imprisonment clauses with monetary penalties for less severe infractions, thereby reducing the burden on the judicial system, promoting ease of doing business, and fostering a trust-based governance model. The Bill seeks to rationalize penalties, making them proportionate to the offense, and to encourage voluntary compliance.
Simple Analogy: Imagine a traffic rule where a minor violation, instead of leading to a court summons and potential jail time, now only incurs a reasonable fine. This Bill applies a similar principle to numerous other laws, making compliance simpler and less intimidating for citizens and businesses.
The provision for a 30-day grace period for driving license renewal directly impacts the rules governed by the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Jan Vishwas Bill proposes amendments to various existing laws, and this specific change would modify the current framework for license validity and renewal under the MV Act.
The Bill directly contributes to these government objectives by simplifying compliance, reducing legal complexities, and removing the threat of imprisonment for minor offenses.
By decriminalizing minor offenses, the Bill aims to reduce the burden on the judicial system, allowing courts to focus on more serious cases and improving the efficiency of justice delivery.
The introduction and potential passage of this Bill exemplify the parliamentary procedure for amending existing laws and introducing new policy frameworks in India.
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In India, which one of the following Constitutional Amendments was widely believed to be enacted to overcome the judicial interpretations of the Fundamental Rights?
Answer: 1st Amendment
Consider the following statements: 1. A bill amending the Constitution requires a prior recommendation of the President of India. 2. When a Constitution Amendment Bill is presented to the President of India, it is obligatory for the President of India to give his/her assent. 3. A Constitution Amendment Bill must be passed by both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha by a special majority and there is no provision for joint sitting. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: 2 and 3 only
Consider the following statements: 1. The Constitution of India classifies the ministers into four ranks viz. Cabinet Minister, Minister of State with Independent Charge, Minister of State and Deputy Minister. 2. The total number of ministers in the Union Government, including the Prime Minister, shall not exceed 15 percent of the total number of members in the Lok Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: 2 only
Bills and Acts are regularly featured in all competitive exams, especially those related to governance and policy changes. Understanding the legislative process and key provisions of important bills is crucial.
The process of removing criminal penalties for certain actions or behaviors, often replacing them with civil penalties or regulatory measures.
A measure of the regulatory environment conducive to starting and operating a local firm, often assessed by the World Bank.
A concept encompassing various aspects that contribute to the quality of life for citizens, including access to services, safety, and simplified governance processes.