Why trafficking persists
Despite strong laws, trafficking thrives on vulnerability. Poverty, unemployment, migration, disasters and weak family support systems push children into high-risk situations. Increasingly, traffickers exploit digital platforms to lure children with false promises of jobs or fame. Inter-State jurisdictional gaps further aid trafficking networks, allowing them to evade detection.
From rescue to deterrence
The Court’s message is unambiguous: rescuing children is not enough. Effective deterrence requires credible investigations, victim-sensitive trials, witness protection and faster convictions. Stronger Union–State coordination and long-term rehabilitation are equally essential.
Ultimately, child trafficking is not just a crime against individuals; it is an assault on the constitutional conscience of the Republic. Translating rescue into justice is the only way to honour the promise of Article 21 and ensure that protection of children moves from intent to impact.
Month: Current Affairs - January 21, 2026
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