“Madrasas ‘Unfit’ For ‘Proper’ Education. Have Arbitrary Mode Of Working”: National Commission for Protection of Child Rights-NCPCR Tells SC

Today(11th Sept), The NCPCR has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court challenging the Allahabad High Court’s decision to nullify the ‘UP Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004.’ It argues that the ruling impacts children’s rights and breaches the Right to Education Act, 2009.

“If There’s a Will, There’s a Way”: HC Slams Delhi Govt | Delay in Appointing DCPCR Chairperson

Today(on 30th April),Delhi High Court voices concern over Delhi government’s failure to appoint a Chairperson for DCPCR since July last year, highlighting inaction. Delay in filling the position raises doubts about the government’s dedication to child rights.

Calcutta High Court: No Bail for ‘Child Marriage’ Offenders

The Calcutta High Court, led by Justices Harish Tandon and Supratim Bhattacharya, addressed the prevalence of child marriages in West Bengal. The court expressed deep concern about the societal impact of such marriages and the complicity of family members. It denied bail to an accused involved in a child marriage and mandated a seminar to raise awareness against this practice.