How should India tackle child trafficking? | Explained
Over 53,000 children were rescued from exploitation in a year, indicating a large-scale problem.
The Supreme Court of India has issued strict guidelines to combat child trafficking, recognizing it as a violation of children's fundamental rights. In 2022, over 3,098 children were rescued from trafficking, while between April 2024 and March 2025, over 53,000 children were rescued from various forms of exploitation including child labor and kidnapping. The Criminal Law Amendment Act, 2013 and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 provide legal frameworks for addressing trafficking, while institutions like the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 offer support for victims. However, the conviction rate for such offenses remains low, highlighting a need for stronger law enforcement and societal awareness to effectively combat child trafficking.
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The Supreme Court of India issued strict guidelines to combat child trafficking, recognizing it as a violation of children's fundamental rights.
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