Administration of Juvenile Justice in India

Administration of Juvenile Justice in India is a comprehensive legal work that examines the juvenile justice system with a specific focus on juveniles in conflict with law. The book provides a structured understanding of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, along with its rules, allied international commitments, and the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958. It explains the institutional framework, procedures, and principles governing juvenile justice administration in India, emphasizing child-centric justice and rehabilitative approaches.

Key Features

• Detailed analysis of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
• Coverage of rules, procedures, and institutional mechanisms under the Act
• Integration of international standards and child rights commitments
• Explanation of probation, reformative measures, and rehabilitation
• Updated second edition reflecting current legal and policy developments

This book is valuable for law students, judicial officers, prosecutors, child welfare professionals, academicians, social workers, and researchers engaged with juvenile justice and child protection laws. It also serves as a practical reference for stakeholders involved in investigation, adjudication, care, and rehabilitation of juveniles under Indian law.