SC highlights misuse of POCSO law by parents to protect 'honour'
The Supreme Court has voiced worry regarding the abuse of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in instances where teenagers are in consensual relationships. Questioning the state's role, the court asked, "How can state prevent the elopement of a girl and a boy?" The bench noted that parents frequently initiate criminal cases to safeguard their perceived "honour" whenever teenage girls choose to run away with their partners.
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