Juvenile Justice And Child Rights: A Comparative Analysis Of International Legal Frameworks

Aman Chandra, LL.M, Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, Lucknow

Dr. Piyush Kumar Trivedi, Assistant Professor, Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, Lucknow

ABSTRACT

This paper conducts a comparative analysis of international legal frameworks governing juvenile justice and child rights, with a focus on the Indian context. By examining key international instruments such as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), alongside domestic legislation like the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, the paper identifies strengths, weaknesses, and challenges in ensuring the protection and welfare of juvenile offenders. Through this analysis, the paper sheds light on discrepancies in areas such as the age of criminal responsibility and the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs. Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted approach involving policymakers, law enforcement agencies, civil society organizations, and communities. The paper concludes by emphasizing the importance of upholding the rights and dignity of juvenile offenders and promoting their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

Keywords: Juvenile justice, Child rights, International legal frameworks, Comparative analysis, India.