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Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013

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Summary

Comprehensive reform of criminal law on sexual offences enacted after the 2012 Delhi gang rape. Widened the definition of rape, introduced new offences like stalking, voyeurism, and acid attack, and enhanced penalties.

Key Facts

TypeAct

SourceHistorical Record

PublishedTuesday, 2 April 2013

Affected Population~700 million women, 432 million in workforce gap

Key Numbers

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: 405 districts

Maternity benefit: Rs 5,000 under PMMVY

One Stop Centres: 733 across 35 states/UTs

20 million central + state government employees

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Key Stakeholders

Government Context

UPA IICongress-led UPA

Centre-Left

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Amendment History

2 changes recorded for this policy.

TypeSunday, 19 July 2026via historical

~~policy~~

act

SectorsTuesday, 11 August 2026via historical

~~Governance & Reform~~

Gender & Women, Governance & Reform

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