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Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 [A10-1S4]

As at 7 September 2026. In force from 14 November 2012.

Dates: made 20 June 2012; in force 14 November 2012; ceased none recorded. Gazette: Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 1, 20 June 2012. Band A.

Cite: Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (32 of 2012) [A10-1S4]. Machine: A10-1S4.

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Section 2. Definitions [S10-52J]

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Cites Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 [A10-1Z8], 15 January 2016.

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