How has India addressed the issue of child trafficking
Child trafficking is a major issue in India.
- The Indian government has enacted the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, which criminalizes the trafficking of women and children for commercial sexual exploitation.
- Special police units, such as the Anti-Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs), have been set up to investigate and combat child trafficking across the country.
- India has established a dedicated national helpline (Childline 1098) to report instances of child trafficking and provide rescue and rehabilitation services.
- Government agencies and NGOs collaborate to conduct awareness campaigns, highlighting the risks and consequences of child trafficking to vulnerable communities.
- Child protection committees have been established at the village level to identify and prevent cases of child trafficking.
- Efforts to improve border surveillance and cooperation with neighboring countries aim to curb cross-border child trafficking.
- Improved coordination between police, social workers, and judicial authorities has led to increased prosecutions and convictions of traffickers.
- Initiatives to provide skill training and educational opportunities for rescued children aim to prevent re-trafficking and ensure their reintegration into society.
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