Section 38 of JJ Act : Section 38: Procedure For Declaring A Child Legally Free For Adoption

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Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a newborn baby is found abandoned at a local hospital. The baby is taken into the care of a child care institution, and the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) is notified. The CWC begins an inquiry to trace the baby's parents or guardians. Despite extensive efforts, no relatives are found, and it is established that the baby is an orphan with no known family to care for them.

According to Section 38(1) of The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, the CWC must declare the chi...

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