Child Protection in India
Child protection in India relies on a comprehensive framework of laws, policies and programmes designed to ensure the safety, dignity and development of every child. The legal foundation includes the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015, the POCSO Act 2012, and the Child Labour Act.
As a child protection NGO in Delhi, TARA works in close collaboration with public institutions to ensure the respect of children’s rights and to promote safe, stable and supportive environments for their development. Our work spans community outreach, family intervention, residential care and aftercare, reaching over 500 children and families each year.
When necessary, children are placed in a structured care environment where education, well-being and personal development are ensured. These placements are regularly reviewed to guarantee the child’s best interests remain the priority.
At TARA, all programmes strictly follow Indian child protection regulations. Teams receive continuous training and meet weekly across every programme to ensure consistency and quality of care. Learn more about how this applies in practice on our Family Intervention and Residential Care pages.
Through structured dialogue and daily interactions, children at TARA build confidence and develop the skills required to navigate their future independently. This approach strengthens trust, encourages responsibility, and creates a supportive environment where each child can progress at their own pace.
This policy is also central to our work on girls’ education and child participation, two areas where respectful, child-centred practice makes the greatest difference.
By creating opportunities for dialogue and collective decision-making, TARA promotes a learning environment where children develop responsibility and self-esteem. This approach contributes to long-term development and supports children in becoming active participants in their own future.
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