Question

Assertion: POCSO protects children from prostitution.
Reason: Sexual assault is a crime.

• A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
• B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
• C. A is true but R is false
• D. A is false but R is true

Answer 1

The correct option is A Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

Prostitution is the practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity with someone for money. These people are referred to as prostitutes or sex workers. Forcing or encouraging the girls into prostitution is a punishable crime. Such women and girls often become victims of sexual assault. In 2012, an act was passed to protect children from sexual assault, harrassment and pornography. The act is called the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO), 2012.