Landmark Judicial Pronouncement Shaping Juvenile Justice in India

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Analysis reveals how juvenile justice evolved through landmark judicial pronouncements, suggesting ongoing gaps in implementation.

Landmark judicial decisions have significantly influenced the framework of juvenile justice in India, promoting child rights.
Cases like Sheela Barse v. Union of India established the need for humane treatment of juveniles and swift trials.
The 2015 Juvenile Justice Act allows for trying juveniles as adults in serious offenses, balancing societal demands with rehabilitation.
Debates from the Nirbhaya Case highlighted tensions between reformation and punitive measures, reshaping juvenile justice approaches.

Singh et al. (2025) studied this question.

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