Section 2, POCSO [S10-52J]
As at 7 September 2026. In force from 14 November 2012.
2. Definitions.—(1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—
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(d) "child" means any person below the age of eighteen years;
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child: Section 2, POCSO [S1052J] ((1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,— [...]): "child" means any person below the age of eighteen years
child: 18 more definitions.
person: Section 3, General Clauses Act, 1897 [S100SN] (In this Act, and in all Central Acts and Regulations made after the commencement of this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context): "person" shall include any company or association or body of individuals, whether incorporated or not
person: 1 more definition.
year: Section 3, General Clauses Act, 1897 [S100SN] (In this Act, and in all Central Acts and Regulations made after the commencement of this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context): "year" shall mean a year reckoned according to the British calendar
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