Child Rights
CNJ demands explanations on acquittal of vulnerable rape suspect
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The National Justice Oversight Board ordered the Minas Gerais Court of Justice and Judge Magid Nauef Láuar to provide explanations within five days regarding the decision acquitting a 35-year-old man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in 2024. The acquittal, issued by the TJMG's 9th Specialized Criminal Chamber, sparked negative backlash and criticism from politicians and experts. The Minas Gerais Prosecutor's Office plans to appeal the ruling.
Rajasthan officials, with help from NGO Gayatri Seva Sansthan, prevented 13 child marriages set for Akshaya Tritiya across three districts. Nine cases were stopped in Udaipur, and two each in Pratapgarh and Sikar. The Child Welfare Committee acting chairperson said prompt action followed tips from the NGO.
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The government has proposed lowering the age of criminal responsibility to 13 despite prior criticism, but the Council on Legislation now strongly opposes the plan. According to the council, it risks increasing youth crime rather than reducing it and conflicts with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer defends the need for reform but promises to review the statement.