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What is the aim of the ‘Jan Vishwas Bill’ which was recently tabled in Lok Sabha?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Anti-terrorism
  2. Ease of doing business
  3. Eradication of malnutrition
  4. Police Reforms

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ease of doing business

Explanation: The Jan Vishwas Bill aims to promote Ease of Doing Business by reducing compliance burden and decriminalising minor offences. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ Tabled in Lok Sabha in December 2022. ▪️ Amends 42 laws across 19 ministries. ▪️ Focus on trust-based governance between citizens, businesses, and government. ▪️ Removes imprisonment for minor violations, replacing with monetary penalties. ▪️ Laws amended include IT Act, Environment Protection Act, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, etc. ▪️ Promotes start-ups, innovation, and investment. ▪️ Supports government’s vision of “Minimum Government, Maximum Governance”. ▪️ Helps boost India’s Ease of Doing Business index ranking.