Is India a party to the Convention on the Rights of the Child?

Answer By law4u team

Yes, India is a party to the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). India signed the CRC on 26 January 1990. India ratified the Convention on 11 December 1992. By ratifying the CRC, India committed to upholding and promoting the rights of children as defined under the Convention, including: Right to life, survival, and development Right to education and healthcare Protection from abuse, exploitation, and neglect Right to be heard and to participate in decisions affecting them India has also enacted various child protection laws in line with the CRC, such as: The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 However, India made certain reservations, especially concerning the child’s right to freedom of religion and adoption under personal laws, stating that these would be subject to Indian domestic law and customs.

Answer By Ayantika Mondal

Dear Client, Indeed India has ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) of the United Nations. The CRC was signed by India on January 26 1990. The Convention was ratified by India on December 11 1992. Children's civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights are outlined in the CRC, an international agreement with legal force. Important rights that are safeguarded by the CRC: Life survival and development rights. Rights to health care education and abuse prevention. The right to voice one's thoughts and be heard. India has also enacted several child welfare laws in line with the CRC such as: Act of 2015 Concerning the Care and Protection of Juveniles. The Freedom and Compulsory Education of Children Act of 2009. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 2012. I hope this answer helps. In case of future queries, please feel free to contact us. Thank you.