Question

14 years old X was walking back home from school, when he was surrounded by four men who sexually abused him. He started crying and ran home and told his parents. He wanted to file a case against these men.

Do you think he can register a complaint and seek justice?

• A. He can register a complaint but this is a tedious job.
• B. He can file a complaint under Right to Protection (Child Rights).
• C. He can file a complaint under the POCSO Act.
• D. He cannot register a complaint because he is a minor.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B He can file a complaint under Right to Protection (Child Rights).
C He can file a complaint under the POCSO Act.

In 2012, the POCSO Act was passed to protect children from sexual assault, harassment, and pornography. Children can file complaints based on this act or Right to Protection (Child Rights) that protects children against violence. X can always register a complaint because age is not a criteria to file the complaint.