Tag: POCSO Act
Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing: When the Pulpit Becomes a Shield for Predators
Key TakeawaysPriests who sexually assault minors are a betrayal of faith, authority, and human vulnerability.The POCSO Act provides a framework for protecting children from...
I Don’t Consent to Lowering the Age of Sexual Consent to 16 in India
Key TakeawaysLowering the age of consent to 16 would not empower teenagers, but rather empower predators and put vulnerable youth at risk.Emotional maturity and...
A Disturbing Blow to Justice: The SC’s Suspension of Father Edwin Pigarez’s Sentence
Key TakeawaysThe Supreme Court's suspension of Father Edwin Pigarez's sentence has sparked outrage among child rights activists and victims of sexual abuse.The POCSO Act...
Delhi HC upholds conviction of three Delhi Police personnel in 2013 sexual harassment case
Key TakeawaysThe Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of three Delhi Police personnel in a 2013 sexual harassment case, rejecting claims for leniency.The court...
Muslim Man Tries to Convert, Forcefully Marry Underage Hindu Girl in Ajmer, POCSO Case Registered
Key TakeawaysA Muslim man tried to convert and forcefully marry an underage Hindu girl in Ajmer, Rajasthan.The incident has been reported to the police...
Court grants bail to Murugha Mutt pontiff
Key TakeawaysThe Murugha Mutt pontiff, Shivamurthy Sharana, has been granted bail in a sexual harassment case under the POCSO Act.The Karnataka High Court initially...
