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Anti-Trafficking Measures — Landmark Judgments
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Landmark Judgments
Vishal Jeet v. Union of India
1990This landmark case brought the issue of child prostitution and exploitation to the forefront. The Supreme Court highlighted the plight of children in brothels and directed the…
Budhadev Karmaskar v. State of West Bengal
2022The Supreme Court issued significant directions regarding the rehabilitation of sex workers, including those who are victims of trafficking. It recognized their right to live with…
Bachpan Bachao Andolan v. Union of India
2017This case led to comprehensive directions from the Supreme Court on combating child trafficking and child labour. The court emphasized the need for a national action plan,…