Question
Which of the following is the law on child sexual abuse in India?
A. Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Act
B. Protection Of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO)
C. Child Welfare Act
D. Sexual Offences Act
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Ans: B. POSCO Act
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POSCO) Act, 2012,2019
- It is applicable to the whole of India.
- It defines a child as any person below the age of 18 years and provides protection to all children
- Offences covered under the Act:
- Penetrative Sexual Assault
- Aggravated Penetrative Sexual Assault
- Sexual Assault
- Aggravated Sexual Assault
- Sexual Harassment of the Child
- Use of Child for Pornographic Purposes