Bill removes discriminatory probate rule for Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, Jains, Parsis

This Bill repeals a list of older laws that are obsolete or no longer in force and makes specific amendments to four existing Acts to correct errors, update postal service terminology, and remove discriminatory provisions.

The general public, businesses, and legal entities affected by the repealed laws (including specific companies and government bodies listed in the First Schedule) and those involved in legal proceedings, succession matters, or disaster management who are affected by the amendments in the Second Schedule.

• Repeal of 60+ enactments listed in the First Schedule, including the Indian Tramways Act, 1886, and various amendment acts from 1976 to 2023.
• Amendment to the General Clauses Act, 1897: Replaces 'registered post' with 'speed post with registration' in Section 27.
• Amendment to the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908: Replaces references to 'registered post, acknowledgement due' with 'speed post with registration and proof of delivery' in multiple sections and rules.
• Amendment to the Indian Succession Act, 1925: Omits Section 213 and makes consequential changes to Sections 3 and 370.
• Amendment to the Disaster Management Act, 2005: Substitutes the word 'prevention' with 'preparation' in Section 30(2)(vi).
• Savings clause ensuring that the repeal of enactments does not affect rights, liabilities, or proceedings already acquired or initiated.

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