Law is the backbone of every society. It guides human behaviour, ensures justice, and safeguards the rights of citizens. Yet, for many, legal texts remain difficult to read and even harder to understand. Complex language, technical expressions, and lengthy provisions often create a gap between the law and the common person.

This book is my humble attempt to bridge that gap. With the introduction of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, India has taken a historic step by replacing the century-old Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860. The shift is not only legal but also cultural, as it reflects the nation’s aspiration to have a criminal law framework rooted in Indian ethos.

To make this transition easier to grasp, I have chosen the medium of stories. Every section has been explained with simple, relatable examples, allowing the reader to understand not just the words of the law, but also its spirit and purpose. The comparative approach between IPC and BNS helps readers appreciate the changes, continuities, and the evolving philosophy of justice in India.

This book is not only for law students or practitioners but for any citizen who wishes to understand the law that governs daily life. My belief is that when law is told through stories, it becomes alive, accessible, and memorable.

I sincerely hope that readers find this work both informative and engaging, and that it serves as a stepping stone in making justice more understandable and relatable to all.

Advocate Siraj G. Shaikh
(Bombay High Court)