Key Concepts:
– Incident: Alleged gang rape of a minor girl in West Bengal.
– Perpetrators: One adult held, one minor detained.
– Location: Abandoned factory.
Relevance for UPSC:
– Highlights issues of crime against women and children.
– Underlines legal frameworks on juvenile justice and criminal law.
– Showcases the challenges in law enforcement and social protection.
Implications:
– Need for stricter implementation of POCSO Act.
– Importance of rehabilitation and counseling for victims.
– Role of government policies in preventing such crimes.
Reference: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/west-bengal/teen-girl-gangraped-in-abandoned-factory-in-west-bengal-two-held/article70494637.ece?
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