Lok Sabha approves Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill without debate
The Lok Sabha recently approved the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, a significant update from an older statute. This new law modernizes the procedures for presenting digital banking records in legal settings. Despite opposition members’ protests and disruptions in the house, the government stood firm, accusing them of hindering religious initiatives and temple projects. Ultimately, the bill passed…
The Lok Sabha, on Wednesday, approved the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill without debate, amid protests and slogans from the opposition. The legislation, which replaces a British-era law, was moved by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Its primary purpose is to adapt the law to modern digital banking practices by considering digital and virtual records as admissible evidence in courts. The Bill expands the definition of 'bankers’ books' to include data stored in physical, digital, virtual, cloud-based or any other format.
Members opposed to the Bill refused to permit the speaker to initiate a debate on the legislation. In response, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition, including the Congress, Left parties, and the Samajwadi Party, of being against Lord Ram. Rijiju demanded that these parties apologize to the nation, criticizing their skit in Parliament as upsetting to the government.
The Bill was passed by a voice vote before the Lok Sabha was adjourned. Protests disrupted the Question Hour, leading to an adjournment until 2 pm.
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