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Ajay is a 10-year-old boy who works in a shop. He is beaten by his employer ​ and given very little food every day. List the rights that children like Ajay are guaranteed in India. Name one international organization that works towards protecting children. What can be done to help Ajay immediately?

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Following are laws in India protecting ​ the rights of children:​
  • Right to Education Act (Article 21A)​
  • The Child Labour Act (Prohibition ​ and Regulation Act 1986) ​
  • The Juvenile Justice Act 2000 (Care ​ and Protection of Children)​
  • POSCO Act of 2012​
  • International organisation​ Children’s Defense Fund ​ is an international organisation ​ that works towards child protection.​
  • Immediate help for Ajay​ The complaint about Ajay’s situation ​ can be raised to 1098 Child Line.
  • This is India’s first 24 hours free emergency phone service for children needing assistance.​

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