Jan Vishwas Bill: Arunachal CM Hails Shift to Trust-Based Governance, Decriminalization

• Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu stated the Jan Vishwas Bill marks a decisive shift towards trust-based governance.
• Parliament passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, to amend 784 provisions in 79 central laws.
• The Bill aims to decriminalize and rationalize minor offenses, improving the business environment and reducing harassment.
• Reforms include warnings before punishment, proportionate penalties, faster dispute resolution, and a dynamic penalty framework.
• The legislation proposes decriminalizing over 1,000 offenses, reforming 784 provisions across 79 Acts, and simplifying 717 business-related provisions.

Key Question Answered

What are the key changes in the new legal framework?

Key changes include the implementation of the 'Income Tax Act 2025', new forms (130 and 168), and a shift to 'Tax Year' terminology.