Child Rights and Laws | As Per New Criminal Laws Perspectives

Child Rights and Laws: As Per New Criminal Laws Perspectives by Dr. Shalini Sharma, 2nd Edition, 2027, examines the socio-legal framework for the protection and development of children. The book brings together historical perspectives, international conventions, national policies and Indian legislation to provide a comprehensive understanding of child rights and protection mechanisms. It also discusses contemporary legal issues and judicial developments concerning children.

Key Features:

• Explores the historical development of childhood, child rights and national policies and schemes for child development.
• Examines United Nations conventions, declarations and global initiatives concerning child rights and protection.
• Analyses the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the Right to Education Act and the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act.
• Discusses judicial precedents relating to child protection legislation and its practical application.
• Covers Parental Alienation Syndrome, the Romeo-Juliet Clause under POCSO, corporal punishment and anticipatory bail for children in conflict with law.
• Examines legal and institutional approaches to safeguarding children against violence, exploitation, neglect and discrimination.

The book is useful for law students, legal practitioners, researchers, academicians, child rights advocates, social workers and professionals involved in child protection and juvenile justice.