International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

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Child Care Institutions and Social Development in Manipur: An Institutional Analysis under the Juvenile Justice Framework

Author(s) Ms. Sopemla Wungkhai, Prof. Dr. Cheithou Charles Yuhlung
Country India
Abstract Child Care Institutions (CCIs) play a critical role in safeguarding vulnerable children and contributing to broader social development outcomes, particularly in conflict-sensitive and geographically challenging regions like Manipur. Established under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, CCIs are mandated to provide care, protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration services. This study presents an institutional analysis of CCIs in Manipur, examining governance structures, service delivery mechanisms, and their contribution to social development indicators such as education, protection, and social stability. Based on secondary data from government reports, National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) inspections, UNICEF studies, and state-level documents, the study finds that while CCIs significantly reduce child vulnerability and homelessness, gaps in monitoring, funding, infrastructure, and psychosocial support limit their developmental impact. Strengthened governance and integrated policy approaches are essential for enhancing long-term social outcomes.
Keywords Child Care Institutions, Social Development, Juvenile Justice Act, Child Protection, Institutional Governance, Rehabilitation
Field Sociology
Published In Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On 2026-03-07
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.70200

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