In India, several laws protect child rights. The Juvenile Justice (Care and
Protection of Children) Act, 2015, addresses the care and protection of children in conflict
with the law and those in need of care. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act,
2012, (POCSO) provides a legal framework for protecting children from sexual offenses. The
Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, and the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act,
1986, also play a crucial role in child protection. Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of
Children) Act, 2015, This Act focuses on the care, protection, and rehabilitation of
children in need, including children in conflict with the law and those in need of care and
protection.
| Act Name |
Description |
| Key Child-Related Acts in India |
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
(POCSO) This
Act addresses sexual offenses against children, including sexual assault,
harassment, and sexual
exploitation.
Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006,This Act
makes child
marriage an offense, aiming to prevent the exploitation and abuse of minors
through early
marriage.
Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act,
1986,This Act, amended in 2016, regulates and prohibits child labor in
hazardous occupations and industries.
|
| Child Marriage Restraint Act, 1929 |
This earlier act aimed to prevent child marriage by setting a minimum age for
marriage. |
| Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005 |
This Act
established the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), which is
a statutory
body responsible for protecting child rights. |
| Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE
Act) |
This Act mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years.
|
| Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956 (ITPA) |
This Act addresses human trafficking, including the trafficking of children, and
aims to eliminate it. |
| Factories Act, 1948 |
This Act sets standards for working
conditions in factories and aims to protect children from hazardous employment.
|
| Apprentices Act, 1961 |
This Act regulates the training of
apprentices in various trades, ensuring fair and safe working conditions for young
apprentices.
|
NHRCCB Child Rights Protection Cell aims to promote child rights and other activities related to child rights and welfare across the nation in support of NHRCCB Volunteer/ Member/ Officer.
For the implementation different laws related to child rights as per Indian Constitution, NHRCCB established a separate Constituent unit or cell named “NHRCCB Child Rights Protection Cell ” managing committee.
