Know What The Law Says About Reporting Cases Of Child Sexual Abuse

The Protection of Children Against Sexual Offences Act, 2012 says

  • You shall not make a report or present comments on any child without having complete and authentic information
  • Your report should not lower the reputation of the child or infringe upon their privacy
  • You shall not disclose identity of the child including his name, address, photograph, family details, school, neighborhood or any details which may lead to disclosure of identity
  • Publisher or owner of media/studio/photographic facility will be liable for acts and omissions of the employee

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