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The Challenges Of Juvenile Justice In India: The Case Of Om Prakash V. Union Of India, 2025




Gorvi Breja, Jagannath Vishwa College, Uttrakhand Technical University, Dehradun.


ABSTRACT


Juvenile justice in India is a prominent and evolving issue, as it pertains to the country’s most vulnerable citizens: the children. The paper will further explore the challenges juveniles face during court proceedings, concerning the landmark case of Om Prakash v. Union of India, 2025. In this case, the Supreme Court clearly stated that procedural errors and judicial oversights cannot obstruct substantive justice, especially for children.


The judgment in Om Prakash v. Union of India is a pivotal moment in India's juvenile justice jurisprudence. By setting aside a life sentence and upholding the rehabilitative intent of the Juvenile Justice Act, the Court reinforced the principle that the system must prioritize a child's well-being over strict adherence to the procedure.



Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research

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Abbreviation: IJLLR

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ISSN: 2582-8878

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Accessibility: Open Access

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