Supreme Court Clarifies POCSO Presumption: Prosecution Must Establish Foundational Facts

The Supreme Court of India has recently clarified an important aspect of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act), concerning the statutory presumptions under Sections 29 and 30. In its judgment dated 17 September 2026 in Deepak in JC v. State Govt. of NCT Delhi, the Court explained that these presumptions […]
POCSO Act – Complete Guide to Protection of Children from Sexual Offences in India

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, commonly known as the POCSO Act, is a comprehensive law enacted in 2012 to safeguard children from sexual abuse, exploitation, and harassment. This legislation was introduced to address the growing need for a robust legal framework that specifically protects minors (individuals below 18 years) from sexual […]