Section 44(2) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 applies when the Commission…
Section 44(2) applies during inquiry into any matter relating to a POCSO offence, giving the Commission its powers under the Child Rights Commissions Act, 2005. Those…
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Section 44(2) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 applies when the Commission is:
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Correct answer C
Section 44(2) applies during inquiry into any matter relating to a POCSO offence, giving the Commission its powers under the Child Rights Commissions Act, 2005. Those inquiry powers can involve receiving evidence, but do not make the Commission the criminal trial court or confer the Special Court’s sentencing and compensation functions.