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Which Act protects children from sexual offences?

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Which Act protects children from sexual offences?
  1. Juvenile Justice Act
  2. POCSO Act
  3. Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act
  4. Prohibition of Child Marriage Act

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B - POCSO Act
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 specifically protects children from sexual assault, sexual harassment and pornography. The Juvenile Justice Act deals with children in conflict with law and in need of care, the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act sets up the child rights commissions, and the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act deals with child marriage.

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