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Women Protection Acts — Syllabus
Telangana Board · Class 9 · Social Studies
Women Protection Acts topics: Children's Rights and International, Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, Protection of Children from Sexual, plus 1.
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4 Topics · Telangana Board Class 9 Social Studies · 2026-27
Topics in Women Protection Acts
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Children's Rights and International Framework
- UNO proposed international children's charter in 1989, signed by 191 countries including India
- All persons below 18 years are considered children without gender discrimination
- Key rights include: right to live, protection from violence, education, health care, and protection from harmful work
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Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006
- Legal marriage age: 21 years for males, 18 years for females
- Child marriage is when either party is below the legal age
- Punishment: 2 years imprisonment and/or fine up to Rs. 1 lakh for males above 21 marrying minors
3
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO), 2012
- Protects children from sexual assault, harassment, and pornography
- Establishes special courts for speedy trials
- Focuses on child's best interests and well-being at every stage
4
Immoral Trafficking (Prevention) Act, 1956 and Amendment 2006
- Prohibits trafficking of girls and women for prostitution
- Covers various forms: sexual assault, illegal activities, forced labor, and exploitation
- Forced prostitution is punishable even if person consents
Key Concepts
This act prohibits marriage of girlsProtection of Children from Sexual OffencesThis act prevents trafficking of womenProhibits givingCovers various forms of abuse including
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Key topics in Women Protection Acts include Children's Rights and International Framework, Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO), 2012, Immoral Trafficking (Prevention) Act, 1956 and Amendment 2006. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
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