The Supreme Court stayed Kuldeep Sengar’s sentence suspension, rejecting a narrow Indian Penal Code reading by the Delhi High Court that weakened POCSO Act protections. Favoring interpretation and victim safety, the ruling exposes gaps and urges unified “public servant” definitions.
Click to View MoreDespite child marriage declining from 47.4% to 23.3% in 15 years, India still risks missing the 2030 elimination target under United Nations SDG 5.3. Poverty, patriarchy, and weak enforcement of the PCMA sustain the gap. Ending it needs strict law enforcement, community mobilisation, and empowering girls through education and livelihoods.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court flagged organised child trafficking as a grave reality, directing courts to treat victims as injured witnesses. Despite strong laws, poor implementation and rehabilitation persist, demanding victim-centric justice, judicial training, coordination, and action on root socio-economic causes.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court expressed serious concern over misuse of the POCSO Act to criminalise consensual adolescent relationships. It emphasized urgent legal awareness, especially among young men, and considered adding gender equality and legal literacy to school curricula to balance child protection with adolescent autonomy.
Click to View MorePOCSO Act defines the age of consent as 18, ensuring child protection but criminalizing all sexual acts involving minors, even if consensual. Challenges arise from societal awareness gaps, implementation complexities, and applying the law to consensual adolescent relationships. India needs stronger education, judicial training, and rehabilitation efforts, balancing strict enforcement for comprehensive child safety.
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