Which of the following statements accurately describes the extension of the in-camera trial provision in the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) compared to the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Cr.PC)?
1
Under the BNSS, the in-camera trial provision is limited to offences of gang rape only.
2
Under the BNSS, the in-camera trial provision is extended to include offences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in addition to rape and gang rape.
3
Under the BNSS, the in-camera trial provision has been extended to include only offences of rape.
4
Under the BNSS, the in-camera trial provision no longer applies to rape cases but continues for gang rape cases.