Karnataka High Court: POCSO Act Not Intended to Criminalize Adolescent Consensual Relationships

In a landmark decision that underscores the nuanced application of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the Karnataka High Court has made a pivotal observation. The court stated that the POCSO Act is designed to safeguard minors from sexual abuse, not to penalize consensual relationships between adolescents. This clarification came during the […]