Law Relating to Juvenile Delinquency, Its Implementation -- A Critical Analysis

• NCJ Number: 131462
• Journal: Indian Journal of Criminology Volume: 18 Issue: 2 Dated: (July 1990) Pages: 105-108
• Author(s): S M Afzal Qadri
• Date Published: 1990
• Length: 4 pages
• Sale Source: National Institute of Justice/; NCJRS Photocopy Services
• Publication Type: Legislation/Policy Analysis
• Language: English
• Country: India
• Note: Presented at national seminar on "Nehru Law and Social Change" organized by the Department of Law, Muslim University, Aligarh

Annotation

The implementation of the Juvenile Justice Act of 1986 in India is examined with particular focus on the control of delinquency in the States of Jammu and Kashmir.

Abstract

The sections of the law discussed deal with the expansion of the scope of various institutions responsible for the welfare of delinquents. It sets the age for delinquency at 16 for boys and at 18 for girls. Monitoring of the various institutions is established under the act through an Apex body and advisory board. Cruelty to children such as exploitation through various types of employment, including begging, is prohibited. In addition, the law mandates the establishment of juvenile courts, juvenile homes, and observation homes. Violations of the implementation of sections 41, 42, 43, and 44 of the juvenile act are cited for Jammu and Kashmir. These states have not yet established remand homes for delinquent children nor implemented juvenile courts. The role of police is specifically related to the detention, investigation, and prosecution of children and women. Overall, the legal directions relating to these areas are observed more in breach than in observance. 14 references (Author abstract modified)