Supreme Court dismisses plea against BNSS provision on judges in prosecution job

The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging certain provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNSS) regarding the appointment of judicial officers in prosecution roles. Specifically, the petition contested Section 20 subclauses (2)(a) and (2)(b), which permit both serving and retired judges to be appointed as directors of prosecution. Additionally, the provisions allow serving judicial officers to take on roles as deputy directors and assistant directors within the prosecution framework. The court's decision upholds the legality of these appointments, emphasizing the importance of experienced legal professionals in prosecutorial positions to enhance the efficacy of the judicial system. This ruling is significant as it reinforces the government's stance on utilizing judicial expertise in the prosecution process, aiming to improve legal outcomes and streamline justice delivery in India. The BNSS, which seeks to modernize the criminal justice system, has been under scrutiny, but this latest ruling supports its framework and objectives.