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A Minor Girl Victim Support Scheme that Loses its Way
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Context
The Ministry of Women and Child Development's notification of the "Scheme for Care and Support to Victims under Section 4 & 6 of the POCSO Act, 2012" has raised concerns due to its misleading nomenclature and inconsistencies in addressing the needs of minor pregnant girl victims.
Oversights and Inconsistencies:
- Misleading Nomenclature and Lack of Redrafting: Confusion arises from the scheme's name, failing to reflect support for all minor pregnant girl victims under the POCSO Act.
- Glaring Oversights: Failure to address scenarios like medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) and changes in victim's circumstances.
- Contradictions with Prevailing Legislation: Errors in referencing POCSO Act sections and misinterpretation of MTP procedures highlight inconsistencies.
Contrary to Rules:
- Requirement for CNCP Categorization: The scheme contradicts existing rules by categorizing all pregnant girls as Children in Need of Care and Protection (CNCP).
- Lack of Clarity on Entitlements: Uncertainty regarding benefits for girls in non-institutional care and deviation from Adoption Regulations raise protocol concerns.
- Monetary Implications: Significant financial burden raises questions about sustainability and adequacy in addressing reported cases of minor pregnant girl victims.
Monetary Implications and Policy Concerns:
- Financial Burden and High Rates of Child Marriages: Analysis of health and police data is necessary to estimate the scheme's impact and devise effective strategies for implementation.
- Lack of Clarity in Implementation: Inefficiencies may arise from inconsistencies, urging the Ministry to rectify shortcomings and align with legislation and protocols.
- Need for Comprehensive Analysis: Accurate estimation of scheme's impact and policy measures are necessary for effectiveness and sustainability.
Mains Question:
Discuss the challenges and inconsistencies in the "Scheme for Care and Support to Victims under Section 4 & 6 of the POCSO Act, 2012".
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