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2. “A periodic cleaning-up of the statute books helps prevent conflicts and ambiguities creeping into the legal system.” Discuss the statement in light of the initiative taken by the government to repeal old laws.
Approach:
Question needs to be answered in three different parts. Start with the advantages of the unambiguous and efficient legal system. Throw light on the present Indian system and its consequences. Explain the initiatives by entities like Law commission along with detailed discussion on the sectors listed for repealing the laws. Conclude with the recent government efforts in this regard.