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Violence against Children: A stark reality

Despite the presence of many laws and legislations the violence against children continues unabated. Children become the easy targets for exploitation due to their vulnerability, trusting nature and lack of awareness

MUZAMIL BASHIR
Last updated: November 26, 2024 12:02 am
MUZAMIL BASHIR
Published: November 26, 2024
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Children are like tender plants that need to be treated with utmost care and protection. They are the future of tomorrow. The way we nurture and up bring them will decide the kind of future they will build. If they are properly nourished in a violence free ambience, they can bring laurels to the society. But if the children are subjected to violence, that can have devastating repercussions on their overall growth and well being.  Children constitute the most vulnerable section of the society as they are powerless to safeguard their own rights and shielding them from any kind of violence isn’t only our moral obligation but also the legal responsibility.

 

Several international and national laws have been framed to protect children from violence. The United Nations on child rights commission [UNCRC] in its Article 19 clearly states that every child has the basic right to dignity. This means they have a fundamental right to be protected from all kinds of abuse and violence. It says that children aren’t   just objects who belong to their parents and for whom the decisions are made or adults in training. Rather, they are human beings and individuals with their own rights. The childhood lasts until 18 and it’s a time where children must be given freedom to grow, learn, play, develop and flourish with dignity. The target 16.2 of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development also puts it down to end abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against and torture of children.

 

India being home to almost 19 percent of child population also has a comprehensive law “The Juvenile Justice [Care and protection of children] Act”, 2015 that focuses on care, protection, development, treatment, social re- integration, and rehabilitation of children in need of care and protection and in conflict with the law. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act [POCSO], 2012 too provides inclusive protection against sexual abuse and exploitation of children. It lays down stringent punishment for offenders and ensures child friendly investigation and trial process.

 

Despite the presence of many laws and legislations the violence against children continues unabated.  Children become the easy targets for exploitation due to their vulnerability, trusting nature and lack of awareness. According to UNICEF 6 in 10 children under 5 years old worldwide regularly endure psychological aggression or physical punishment at home.  The harsh treatment with children often starts at home, in schools, institutions, streets and currently mostly on digital platforms.  The National Crime Records Bureau [NCRB] in its data shows that in between 2020 and 2021, crimes against minors have increased in India by 16.2 percent which becomes the matter of concern.

 

To put an end to this menace a multi dimensional approach is required. It must be the top tier priority of any civilized society to provide safe and secure environment to every child. The Acts can prove as an effective tool in curbing the nuisance of violence against children.

 

The vigorous campaigns and programs must be launched by the administration in coordination with NGO’s, and civil society members to spread the awareness about child violence and neglect. By remaining vigilant and taking proper action on time we can contribute to the more just world for children.

 

(Author can be reached at: [email protected])

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