International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

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A Study Of Juvenile Justice In India

Author(s) Ms. KHYATI SINGH, Mr. RAJAT PANDEY
Country India
Abstract Over the past few decades, India's juvenile justice system has experienced substantial changes in response to changing social demands, global commitments, and an increase in juvenile criminality. With an emphasis on the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, and its revisions, this research paper critically analyzes the evolution, application, and difficulties of juvenile justice in India. It looks at striking a balance between punitive and rehabilitative methods, particularly in light of laws that permit minors between the ages of 16 and 18 to face adult trials for serious offenses. Along with the function of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), the study examines institutional mechanisms like the Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs), and Child Welfare Committees (CWCs). The report analyzes implementation gaps, infrastructure deficiencies, and the need for psychological and social rehabilitation services by reviewing legislation requirements, case law, and contemporary scholarly research. The results highlight the value of a child-centered, restorative justice approach that puts systemic change, reintegration, and mental health above retaliation. Suggestions are made for judicial, administrative, and policy changes to guarantee a more efficient and compassionate juvenile justice system in India.
Keywords juvenile justice
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-07-08
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.50520
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9s9nj

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