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Weaponisation of POCSO Act 2025 | Supreme Court Intervention | Complete Analysis

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act designed to safeguard minors is increasingly being misused to criminalize consensual teenage relationships. This video examines the structural vulnerabilities enabling this weaponization and the Supreme Court's push for reforms. Key Topics: POCSO Act background: 2012 legislation addressing gaps in child protection laws Structural vulnerabilities: Blanket definition treating 16-18 year olds same as younger children Reverse burden of proof: Section 29 presumes guilt, difficult to prove innocence Stringent bail provisions: Making release nearly impossible even in consensual cases Weaponization patterns: Families using Act against inter-caste, inter-faith relationships Consequences: Criminalizing adolescent development, court overburdening, re-victimization Government position: Law Commission opposes lowering consent age to 16 Supreme Court intervention: Formal acknowledgment of misuse, differentiation guidelines Romeo-Juliet Clause: Protecting consensual peer relationships within 3-4 year age gap Way forward: Preliminary inquiry requirements, special review committees, legal aid centers MENTORSHIP PROGRAM Personalized guidance starting at ₹2000 Individual attention | Structured approach CONTACT: 📱 Mobile: 9900 691 648 💬 Telegram: https://t.me/shailajaias 📧 Email: gvg@shailajaias.com Subscribe for more insights on Indian Laws, Social Issues, and UPSC preparation content. #POCSOAct #RomeoJulietClause #SupremeCourt #UPSC #ChildProtection #IndianLaw #LegalReform #AgeOfConsent #ShailajaIAS