The Indian judiciary has played a transformative role in shaping juvenile justice jurisprudence through several landmark decisions that have established fundamental principles while highlighting ...

Community participation emerges as a fundamental pillar in addressing the escalating challenge of juvenile delinquency across ...

The Indian Penal Code addresses criminal liability of children through a protective framework that recognizes children's developmental limitations and their inability to form criminal intent. The law ...

Males, especially in adolescent and young adult age groups, have a much higher empirical propensity to commit crimes compared to females. For example, a study from Uttar Pradesh found that over 93% of ...

The rehabilitation and social reintegration of juveniles in India are governed by a progressive legal framework that prioritizes restorative justice over punitive measures. The Ju ...

The RTE Act mandates free and compulsory education for children in the 6–14 age group, prohibiting fees or practices that could hinder enrollment. By ensuring access to neighborhood schools, the Act ...