In a country as diverse as India, ensuring the rights of every child is crucial for their holistic development and a brighter future. Here are the 10 fundamental rights that every child in India is entitled to, paving the way for their growth and well-being:
Right to Survival: Every child deserves the right to survive—regardless of gender or social status. This fundamental right highlights the critical role of nutrition, healthcare, and a secure environment in the early years, enabling every child to flourish and reach their full potential.
Right to Education: Every child has the right to free and compulsory education up to the age of 14 years under the Right to Education Act, 2009. This ensures that every child, regardless of their background, has access to quality education.
Right to Protection from Exploitation: Children are protected from exploitation in any form, including child labour, trafficking, and abuse. Laws such as the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986, aim to eradicate child labour and ensure their rights are safeguarded.
Right to Participation: Every child should have a platform to express their views, ideas, and worries. Encouraging their involvement in decision-making instills a sense of accountability and civic engagement early on.
Right to Development: Every child has the right to develop physically, mentally, morally, spiritually, and socially in a healthy and normal manner. This includes opportunities for play, recreation, and cultural activities.
Right to Health: Children have the right to basic healthcare services, nutrition, and a safe environment to grow up in. This includes access to immunization, healthcare facilities, and clean drinking water.
Right to Identity: Children have the right to a name and nationality from birth and to know and be cared for. This is crucial for their legal recognition and social identity.
Right to Expression: Children have the right to express their opinions freely in matters affecting them, and their views should be given due weightage in accordance with their age and maturity.
Right to Non Discrimination: Children have the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. This right ensures that every child is treated equally, regardless of their background, empowering them to reach their full potential.
Right to Safe Environment: Children have the right to protection from neglect, exploitation, and abuse in any form. This includes physical, mental, and emotional abuse.
Ensuring these fundamental rights is not only a legal obligation but also a moral imperative to secure a promising future for every child in India. At CRY UK, we are committed to upholding these rights and empowering underprivileged children to realize their full potential.
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