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The document outlines the definition of a child as per the UNCRC, which includes individuals below 18 years of age. It details the meaning of child rights, the four main principles, and categories of rights, along with relevant Indian constitutional articles and child protection laws. Additionally, it highlights the role of nurses in protecting child rights and the establishment of the NCPCR to monitor and enforce these rights.

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Child Rights 01

The document outlines the definition of a child as per the UNCRC, which includes individuals below 18 years of age. It details the meaning of child rights, the four main principles, and categories of rights, along with relevant Indian constitutional articles and child protection laws. Additionally, it highlights the role of nurses in protecting child rights and the establishment of the NCPCR to monitor and enforce these rights.

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Child Rights – BSc Nursing Notes

1. Definition of Child
According to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), a child is every
human being below 18 years of age unless majority is attained earlier under the law of the country.

2. Meaning of Child Rights


Child rights are the basic human rights guaranteed to every child to ensure their survival, protection,
development, and participation.

3. United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)


Adopted by the United Nations in 1989 and came into force in 1990. India ratified UNCRC in 1992.
The convention contains 54 articles describing the rights of children.

4. Four Main Principles of Child Rights


1. Non■Discrimination
2. Best Interest of the Child
3. Right to Life, Survival and Development
4. Respect for the Views of the Child

5. Categories of Child Rights


Survival Rights – Right to life, nutrition, healthcare, shelter.
Development Rights – Right to education, play, cultural activities.
Protection Rights – Protection from abuse, exploitation, child labour and trafficking.
Participation Rights – Freedom to express views and participate in society.

6. Child Rights in the Indian Constitution


Article 14 – Equality before law
Article 15 – Prohibits discrimination
Article 21 – Right to life
Article 21A – Right to education
Article 24 – Prohibits child labour in hazardous work

7. Important Child Protection Laws in India


Juvenile Justice Act (2015)
POCSO Act (2012)
Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act
Right to Education Act (2009)

8. Role of Nurse in Protecting Child Rights


Health promotion, early detection of abuse, reporting child abuse, providing health education, and
advocating for children's welfare.

9. National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)


Established in 2007 to monitor child rights, investigate complaints, and ensure implementation of
child protection laws.

10. Common Violations of Child Rights


Child labour, child marriage, malnutrition, trafficking, sexual abuse, and lack of education.

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