The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, aims to safeguard children from sexual abuse and exploitation.
Types of POCSO Cases:
- Sexual Assault (Section 3)
- Aggravated Sexual Assault (Section 4)
- Sexual Harassment (Section 11)
- Child Pornography (Section 13)
- Abetment of Offences (Section 17)
POCSO Case Procedure:
- Reporting (Section 19)
- Investigation (Section 20)
- Medical Examination (Section 21)
- Trial (Section 22)
- Sentencing (Section 23)
POCSO Laws and Regulations:
- POCSO Act, 2012
- Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), 1973
- Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
- Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
POCSO Case Judgment:
- Landmark judgments by Supreme Court and High Courts
- Recent POCSO cases and their outcomes
POCSO Case Statistics:
- National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data
- POCSO case registration and disposal rates
POCSO Case Investigation:
- Role of police and investigators
- Collection of evidence
- Statement recording
- Medical examination
POCSO Case Trial:
- Court procedure
- Examination of witnesses
- Evidence presentation
- Judgment and sentencing
POCSO Case Support Services:
- Counselling and therapy
- Medical support
- Legal aid
- Shelter and protection
POCSO Case Prevention:
- Awareness and education
- Parental guidance
- School and community involvement
- Reporting mechanisms
POCSO Resources:
- National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)
- Childline India Foundation
- POCSO e-Box (online reporting platform)
- State and district-level POCSO committees
By understanding POCSO cases and procedures, we can ensure justice for child victims and prevent child sexual abuse.
Sources:
- POCSO Act, 2012
- NCPCR Website
- Childline India Foundation
- Supreme Court and High Court Judgments
- NCRB Data
Additional Resources:
- POCSO Case Guide
- POCSO Investigation Manual
- POCSO Trial Procedure
- POCSO Support Services Directory
- POCSO Prevention Strategies
