Births and Deaths Amendment Bill Passed in Lok Sabha

The Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026 on 31 July 2026 by voice vote. The Bill amends the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 and changes the procedure for delayed registration of births and deaths in India.

Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969

The Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 is a central law that provides for the compulsory registration of births and deaths in India. The law creates a legal record for civil status events and supports the issue of birth and death certificates by the competent registration authorities.

Delayed Registration Rules

Under the amended framework, a birth or death reported after two years of occurrence will require an order from a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class for registration. For delays between one year and two years, an order from a District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Magistrate, or an authorised Executive Magistrate will continue to be required.

Legislative Procedure in the Lok Sabha

The Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha on 29 July 2026 by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The House passed the Bill without debate through a voice vote, and BJP MP Dilip Saikia was in the Chair when the House reassembled at noon.

Important Facts for Exams

• The Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 is a central law dealing with civil registration in India.
• A Judicial Magistrate of the First Class is a judicial authority under the criminal justice system in India.
• A District Magistrate and a Sub-Divisional Magistrate are executive authorities used in district administration.
• A voice vote is a parliamentary method in which members express approval or disapproval orally.

Parliamentary Context

The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Parliament of India and is responsible for passing ordinary legislation. The Bill now forms part of the legislative process after approval by the House on 31 July 2026.