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The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act criminalizes all sexual contact with individuals under 18, regardless of consent. This paternalistic approach denies young people autonomy over their own bodies and sexuality. It contradicts research showing adolescents can make informed decisions. Many cases under POCSO involve consensual relationships between adolescents reported by parents. International standards and India

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Drsika

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