Description

This authoritative volume provides an in-depth analysis of The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO) along with the updated 2020 Rules and the 2022 Adoption Regulations. The book aligns its commentary with the recent introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023.

Key Features :

In-depth explanation of each section and sub-section of the Act.
Coverage of relevant amendments (e.g., Criminal Amendment Act, 2018) and the POCSO Rules.
Analysis of landmark Supreme Court & High Court rulings shaping interpretation and enforcement.
Insights on reporting, recording evidence, trial proceedings, victim support, child-friendly practices and sentencing.
Integration with related statutes like IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, Juvenile Justice Act and child-welfare guidelines.
Sample FIRs, charge sheets, medico-legal formats and reporting templates.
Detailed Subject and Case indexes for quick legal referencing.
A vital resource for practitioners, judges and child rights advocates, it brings clarity to legal provisions through contextual explanation and integrated references to new criminal law statutes.