Under section 50(1) of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, who may…
Section 50(1) authorises the State Government to establish and maintain Children’s Homes, either itself or through voluntary or non-governmental organisations.
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Under section 50(1) of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, who may establish and maintain a Children’s Home?
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Correct answer C
Section 50(1) authorises the State Government to establish and maintain Children’s Homes, either itself or through voluntary or non-governmental organisations.
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Option A
Section 50(1) vests the power in the State Government rather than the Gram Panchayat.
Option B
The State Government holds the power under section 50(1).
Option C
Section 50(1) permits the State Government to act directly or through a voluntary or non-governmental organisation.
Option D
The Child Welfare Committee may direct placement under section 37. Section 50(1) vests establishment and maintenance in the State Government.
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