Pranav Chadha, Christ Deemed to be University, Delhi, N.C.R
ABSTRACT
An individual who has not reached the age of eighteen is referred to as a "Juvenile" or "Child." According to International Law, a 'Child' is defined as any human being under 18. The United Nations Convention on the Child's Rights provides a globally agreed definition of a child today (UNCRC). Section 2 (k) of the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act, 2000 defines "juvenile" or "Child" as a person who has not reached the age of eighteen. The country's destiny is in the hands of its children. As a result, it is everyone's job and responsibility to guarantee that the children live in a safe environment. However, a significant drop has been seen over time. In a growing country like India, the rate of juvenile criminality has risen like a sickness in our society. By concentrating on the rules of the Juvenile Justice Act, 1986, 2000, 2014, and 2015, this research attempts to describe the growth of Juvenile Justice Legislation from British India to contemporary democratic India. Despite such safety rules for such youngsters, the number of juvenile criminals in the country is rising, which is a critical issue for the country. Regardless of who is involved or the circumstances, justice delayed is justice denied. Being a nation of enormous diversity, India is confronted with far too many justice aspects, from societal to judicial. It discovers a variety of difficulties. There are several issues with juvenile justice in India, but the study also attempts to determine the reasons and forms of juvenile crimes in our culture. Finally, some recommendations for juvenile crime prevention have been offered by illustrating the history of juvenile justice in India.
