The violation of child rights in India

 The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) states that a “child” refers to every human being below the age of 18. The violation of child rights is a serious concern all over the world. Millions of children all over the world suffer from the violation of child rights, and therefore several child right act have been established to protect the rights of children. Legal and social protection is essential to ensure that children have a safe and secure childhood. Child right act are necessary to address and protect the needs of children. This includes the Right to Health, the Right to Education, the Right to Protection, and the Right to Freedom of Expression etc.

There are countries which face several problems and social evils that result in the violation of the rights of children. These social evils include child labour, child abuse, child marriage,child trafficking, child sexual abuse etc. Millions of children across the world are suffering from various issues such as poverty, violence,child labour,sexual abuse, lack of education, healthcare etc. The Indian government must take some more proactive measures to combat these violations on the rights of children. There needs to be a better implementation of existing laws established to protect children. The government and NGOs must do their best to make sure that all children enjoy a happy and secure childhood. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) clearly defines child rights as the basic freedoms and entitlements that each child should be afforded irrespective of their age,race,caste, gender,religion and social status. These rights include the freedom of children, their right to healthcare,welfare and education as well. The UNCRC specifies the civil,political,social, economical  and cultural rights of each child. Other rights extended to children include the Right to Survival, the Right to Protection, the Right to Participation and the Right to Development.
There are several NGOs like Save the Children that work tirelessly to protect the rights of children from being violated. Save the Children is a non-governmental organisation that has been working for the protection of children. It rescues them from various kinds of harm such as violence,abuse and neglect. This NGO is driven by its mission of ensuring a safe and happy childhood for every child. Save the Children works with various partners,sponsors and government bodies to make sure that child right acts are upheld. Consider donating through online methods of payment to NGOs like Save the Children, that are working dedicatedly to make the future brighter for children everywhere.

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