ENACTMENTS CONTROLLING CHILD LABOUR IN INDIA

AUTHOR – PRIYANKA GUPTA, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT IILM UNIVERSITY, GREATER NOIDA (U.P.)

BEST CITATION – PRIYANKA GUPTA, ENACTMENTS CONTROLLING CHILD LABOUR IN INDIA, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (8) OF 2025, PG. 436-439, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

Introduction

Children represent the most vulnerable and valuable section of any society. Ensuring their protection, development, and well-being is not only a constitutional mandate but also a moral obligation. India, being a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), has developed a robust legal framework to safeguard the rights of children across various domains including education, protection from exploitation, juvenile justice, health, and welfare.

Over the years, several child-related enactments have been introduced in India to address the unique needs and rights of children. These laws are aimed at protecting children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and ensuring their right to a safe and nurturing environment. Key legislations such as the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, and the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 reflect the country’s commitment to upholding child rights.

These enactments not only provide preventive and protective measures but also promote rehabilitative and child-friendly procedures, ensuring that the best interest of the child remains paramount in every legal process.