Taxmann's Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] – Comprehensive | Updated Reference for Statutory | Procedural | Practical Aspects
About this ebook
This book is intended for the following audience:
• Legal Practitioners, Judges & Law Firms – For direct statutory reference, case research, and courtroom application involving juvenile justice matters
• Child Rights Activists, NGOs & Social Workers – For compliance, program implementation, and advocacy around children's rights, protection, and welfare
• Police, Juvenile Justice Boards & Child Welfare Committees – As a ready reckoner for statutory duties, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Government Officials, Policy Makers & Administrators – For enforcement, monitoring, and formulation of policy related to juvenile justice and child protection
• Academicians & Students – For study, examination, and research in child law, social work, and allied disciplines
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act [Act No. 2 of 2016] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
• [Authentic and Updated Bare Act] Presents the verbatim, amended text of the Juvenile Justice Act 2015, along with all recent amendments
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Comprehensive Section Notes] Each provision is supplemented with explanatory notes, practical guidance, and relevant case law summaries for better interpretation and understanding
• [Rules and Allied Legislation] Includes the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Model Rules 2016, Adoption Regulations 2022, and the National Charter for Children 2003, providing a holistic view
• [User-friendly Structure] Logical arrangement with a detailed subject index, table of contents, and statutory forms to facilitate quick reference
• [Practical Forms & Schedules] Incorporates all statutory forms and schedules required for proceedings under the Act
• [Value for Multiple Audiences] Suitable for both legal and non-legal professionals working in child protection, juvenile justice, social welfare, and allied fields
• [Ideal for Examinations & Training] Serves as a recommended text for students and professionals undergoing training or certification in juvenile justice and child rights.
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Chapter-wise Arrangement – Divided into logical chapters covering preliminary matters, principles of care and protection, Juvenile Justice Boards, procedures for children in conflict with law, Child Welfare Committees, rehabilitation and reintegration, adoption, offences, and miscellaneous provisions
• Separate Rules & Regulations Section – Dedicated sections for Model Rules, Adoption Regulations, and the National Charter, each with their chapters and forms
• Extensive Indexing – Includes a comprehensive subject index, table of contents, and cross-references for efficient navigation and research
• Practical Appendices – Forms, schedules, checklists, and templates for practitioners' use
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