Fri, Apr 26, 2024
Whatsapp

Child sexual abuse case: CBI searches in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal, 11 other states

Written by  Jasleen Kaur -- November 16th 2021 01:22 PM -- Updated: November 16th 2021 01:30 PM
Child sexual abuse case: CBI searches in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal, 11 other states

Child sexual abuse case: CBI searches in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal, 11 other states

In a major crackdown against sexual abuse and child pornography, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is conducting searches at around 76 locations across 14 states and union territories in the country.
A senior official on Tuesday said the CBI registered 23 separate cases on Monday against a total of 83 accused on the allegations related to online child sexual abuse, pornography and exploitation. Parents Can Help Prevent Child Abuse | SecureTeen Parenting Products Also read | Taking to Instagram, Esha Deol sets fitness goals for fans "The raids are underway in Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Bihar, Odisha, Tamilnadu, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and other states," he added. Further details will be released after the completion of raids, the official added. Child abuse: Cases double over past 3 years in Kerala
What is the minimum sentence for sexual abuse?
Section 78A(1) states that “any person who has sexual intercourse with a close family member who is of or above the age of 16 years is liable to imprisonment for 8 years”. Under s 78B any person who attempts to commit an offence under s 78A is liable to imprisonment for 2 years.
Children who experience sexual, physical abuse or neglect likely to die in adulthood: Study - Hindustan Times
-PTC News

Top News view more...

Latest News view more...