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Legal Resources for Children

Key laws protecting child rights, education, and welfare.

Child Labour Prohibition

Children below 14 cannot work in hazardous occupations.

Report child labour to police or Labour Inspector.
Rescue and rehabilitation by government.
Free education compulsory up to age 14.

Reference: Child Labour (Prohibition & Regulation) Act, 1986 (amended 2016)

Protection from Abuse

POCSO Act for sexual offences against children.

Report to police or Childline (1098).
Special courts for speedy trial.
Child-friendly procedures.

Reference: Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012

Right to Education

Free and compulsory education for ages 6-14.

No school can deny admission.
25% reservation in private schools for disadvantaged.
File complaint with local authority if denied.

Reference: Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009