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TOPIC: General Studies 2
- Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
- Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.
In News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal of the Ministry of Women and Child Development to amend the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 to introduce measures for strengthening Child Protection set-up to ensure best interest of children.
What is the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children Act) 2015?
What are the amendments passed by the Union Cabinet?
1. The inclusion of serious crimes apart from heinous crimesThe challenges
While the amendments have been welcomed by most, in its attempt to provide better protection to children in need of care, the challenge perceived is that of having given too many responsibilities to the DM.
The amendments, once approved by Parliament, will increase the role of district magistrates and empower them to undertake inspections of childcare institutions.