Question

The committee that led to the passing of the Criminal Law Amendment Act, 2013 was headed by:

• A. Justice Dalveer Bhandari
• B. Justice Altamas Kabir
• C. Justice J.S. Verma
• D. Justice J.S. Anand

Hint:

Justice J.S. Verma Committee recommendations formed the basis of Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Background.
After the 2012 Delhi gang rape incident, the Government of India constituted a committee to suggest amendments in criminal laws relating to sexual offences.
Step 2: Leadership.
This was headed by Justice J.S. Verma, along with Justice Leila Seth and Gopal Subramanium.
Step 3: Outcome.
The recommendations led to the Criminal Law Amendment Act, 2013.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Hence, option (c) is correct.