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Landmark Judgment on Child Protection: Supreme Court Rules on POCSO Act In a pivotal decision, the Supreme Court of India has reinforced the protective measures for child victims in sexual offence cases. The Court has upheld the denial of a Special Leave Petition seeking to repeatedly call a minor victim to testify, citing Section 33(5) of the POCSO Act. This landmark ruling emphasizes the Act's intent to shield children from further trauma during legal proceedings. For detailed insights, refer to the full judgment. https://lnkd.in/d2YF8tRd #ChildProtection #POCSO #SupremeCourt #Law

Sri Lanka bans corporal punishment for children Sri Lanka will ban corporal punishment in all spheres, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said. “The Cabinet approved amendments to the Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code to prohibit corporal punishment in all spheres,” Wickremesinghe said on X. This “Paves the way for legal protections to ensure that no child in Sri Lanka suffers physical or mental violence, aligning with our commitment to safeguard the rights and well-being of every child.” Sri Lanka allows corporal punishment under section 341 of the Penal Code which makes exceptions for a schoolmaster while section 82 of the Penal Code makes exceptions for an ‘act done in good faith for the benefit of a child or person of unsound mind, by or by consent of guardian.’ However, this has long been considered as a violation of human rights with article 19 of the United Nations Conventions of the Rights of the Child, prohibiting all forms of violence towards children. https://lnkd.in/g7N9CSza

Sri Lanka bans corporal punishment for children Sri Lanka will ban corporal punishment in all spheres, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said. “The Cabinet approved amendments to the Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code to prohibit corporal punishment in all spheres,” Wickremesinghe said on X. This “Paves the way for legal protections to ensure that no child in Sri Lanka suffers physical or mental violence, aligning with our commitment to safeguard the rights and well-being of every child.” Sri Lanka allows corporal punishment under section 341 of the Penal Code which makes exceptions for a schoolmaster while section 82 of the Penal Code makes exceptions for an ‘act done in good faith for the benefit of a child or person of unsound mind, by or by consent of guardian.’ However, this has long been considered as a violation of human rights with article 19 of the United Nations Conventions of the Rights of the Child, prohibiting all forms of violence towards children. https://lnkd.in/gCuCqvUp

Aparajita Woman and Child Bill ; (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) 2024: 1. Death Penalty: Introduces the death penalty for rape leading to the victim's death or permanent vegetative state. 2. Life Imprisonment: Provides life imprisonment without the possibility of parole for severe sexual offenses. 3. Dedicated to Victim: The bill is dedicated to a trainee doctor who was tragically raped and murdered, sparking its creation. 4. Amendment of Central Laws: The bill amends existing central laws to close legal gaps in the fight against sexual crimes.

The Counsel for Lieutenant Governor (LG), Vinai Kumar Saxena, filed an affidavit before the Delhi High Court on Thursday stating that the LG has never passed any order withholding funds from the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR). The court was hearing a plea filed by the DCPCR challenging an order withholding funds pending an inquiry and a special audit over allegations of misuse of government funds. Read more - https://lnkd.in/g_9Z3rGt #LawUpdatesIndia #LegalNews #IndianLawyers #LegalUpdates #IndianLegalSystem #LegalAdvice #LawyersofIndia #IndianCourts #LegalUpdatesIndia #IndianLegalCommunity #IndianConstitution #LawandJustice #IndianLegalAffairs #LegalAwareness #LegalReforms #IndianJudiciary #LawStudents #LawFirmLife #IndianLegalProfession #LegalOpinions

Driving Change in India's Legal System! Explore how upcoming laws are addressing organized crime and enhancing the rights of those awaiting trial, aiming to reduce prison overcrowding. Stay informed, click here to read the details. 👉🏻: https://lnkd.in/g8RNwfE7 👉🏻: https://lnkd.in/g3gDGjdw 👉🏻: https://lnkd.in/gkn8ynz2 #IndianLaw #CriminalJustice #LawEnforcement #JudicialSystem

The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed its commitment to justice in a recent ruling regarding a cruelty case under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. Despite a ₹45 lakh settlement between a husband and wife, the Court denied the husband's plea to quash the case, citing ongoing abuse and non-compliance with the settlement terms. Justice Chandra Dhari Singh emphasized that a financial agreement does not absolve individuals of accountability, particularly in matters of domestic violence. The wife’s claims remain valid as her experiences of cruelty persist, demonstrating the importance of upholding legal agreements and ensuring the safety and rights of individuals. This case highlights the judiciary's role in protecting victims of domestic violence and reinforces the message that justice cannot be compromised for financial settlements. #DelhiHighCourt #Justice #DomesticViolence #LegalReform #Section498A #WomenEmpowerment #JudicialSystem #Accountability #HumanRights #LegalAwareness #ProfessionalIntegrity #SupportSurvivors

🏛️⚖️ Legal Update Alert! Karnataka Court Orders Arrest Warrant for Former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa in POCSO Case, Signaling Legal Action and Accountability! ⚠️👮♂️⚖️ A trial court in Karnataka has issued an arrest warrant against former Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader BS Yediyurappa in connection with a case registered against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act). #KarnatakaCourt #ArrestWarrant #BYYediyurappa #POCSOCase #LegalAction #ChildProtection #RuleOfLaw #JudicialAccountability #LegalJustice #LinkedInConversations

Karnataka High Court stays arrest of former CM and BJP leader BS Yediyurappa in POCSO case Reported by Deeksha Dabas Read More Here- https://lnkd.in/gs54HjyR #KarnatakaHighCourt #BSYediyurappaarreststayed #formerCMBSYediyurappa #JusticeSKrishnaDixit #POCSOAct #scconline #SCC #legalnews #legalknowledge #scctimes #legalblog #legalupdates #lawstudent #legalresearch #legalstudies #surestwaytolegalresearch #bringingyouthebestlegalnews

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