Question : MOLESTATION OF CHILDREN



(a) whether the Government proposes to enact any law to stop molestation of children;

(b) if so, the time by which it is likely to be implemented; and

(c) if not, the steps taken/being taken by the Government to stop molestation of children?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI SINGH)

(a) No, Sir.

(b) Question does not arise.

(c) States and Union Territories have been advised to implement the existing provisions of Criminal Laws, including IPC and special laws with respect to children in true spirit to penalize perpetrators of any crime against children, including molestation.