JAMMU, JANUARY 16:
Justice Hasnain Masoodi, Chairperson, Selection-cum-Oversight Committee,
Juvenile Justice Act, called on Governor N.N. Vohra at the Raj Bhavan here
today.
Justice Masoodi briefed Governor about the progress so far
achieved and the constitution of 22 Juvenile Justice Boards and, besides, Child
Welfare Committees. This has been done under the aegis of the Juvenile Justice
Act which is a welfare legislation for securing the interests of the children
in conflict with law but also those who are in need of care and protection.
Governor stressed the need to address the especial needs of
children in conflict with law and ensure their fair treatment as per the
prescription of the Act and Rules. He observed that the constitution of the
Juvenile Justice Boards and Child Welfare Committees will help the Judicial
Officers to better enforce the Juvenile Justice System and enable the
provisions of the Statute to be implemented in its letter and spirit.
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