How has India addressed the issue of child trafficking

Child trafficking is a major issue in India.
India has taken several measures to address the issue of child trafficking:
  • 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.
Overall, the government's efforts, along with civil society organizations and public awareness campaigns, are working towards addressing the issue of child trafficking in India.
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