Exhaustive Commentary on Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, as amended from time to time. This book presents a systematic and critical exposition of the Act. It traces the historical evolution of juvenile justice legislation in India, placing it within the broader framework of child protection laws and international conventions, notably the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Each provision of the Act has been examined with reference to legislative intent, statutory scheme, and judicial interpretation. Special emphasis has been placed on the functioning of Juvenile Justice Boards, Child Welfare Committees, and allied institutions, as well as on procedures governing Adoption, Foster Care, and Rehabilitation. Further, the book incorporates significant judicial pronouncements that have shaped the interpretation and implementation of the Act. It also provides comparative insights, drawing upon international best practices in juvenile justice administration.

Written in a clear and accessible style, this book serves as a valuable resource for law students, academicians, legal practitioners, judicial officers, child rights activists, and policy makers. It aims not only to elucidate the statutory framework, but also engages with the larger socio- legal discourse surrounding the protection and development of children in India. It integrates important judicial pronouncements and highlights contemporary challenges in the administration of juvenile justice. This book provides both doctrinal clarity and practical insights, making it a valuable resource for academic study as well as professional reference.

Key Features:

• Exhaustive commentary clause-by-clause on the Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection of Children) Act, 2015, enriched by legislative history and practical insights
• Inclusion of allied Acts, Rules & Regulations relevant to juvenile justice for ready cross-reference
• Detailed treatment of the conceptual foundations and genesis of juvenile justice legislation
• In-depth discussion on Juvenile Justice Board, Children?s Court, and Child Welfare Committee
• Step-by-step procedural guidance in matters relating to Children in Conflict with Law (CCL), including bail, preliminary assessment, and determination of juvenility
• Thorough analysis of provisions for Children in Need of Care & Protection (CNCP), including social rehabilitation, adoption, and reintegration
• Critical commentary on rehabilitation and social reintegration of CNCP, supported by judicial precedents

This book is designed for legal practitioners, judges, child welfare officers, social workers, academicians, and law students who seek a deep understanding of juvenile justice in India, especially those involved in litigation, policy-making, child protection, or court proceedings under the JJ Act.