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India needs a single repository of all laws for people to consult—here’s how that can be achieved

India must adopt Bharat Niti Lipi (BNL), a legislative markup language, for a single, machine-readable digital law repository. This addresses fragmented publication, diverse instruments, and PDF limitations. BNL, an Indian Akoma Ntoso profile, tracks amendments, ensures drafting precision, and enables AI integration. Learning from global models, India enhances transparency and citizen empowerment. Mandating BNL enforces structural discipline, making laws legible for technology, preventing unnoticed provisions. This upholds constitutional principles, fostering accountable governance, and providing clear, consistent legal information.

LiveMint · Rahul Matthan, Manish Sabharwal · Aug 25, 2026 at 10:31 AM

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