HC directs govt. to consider ‘Singappen Sensitisation Workshop’ with focus on trauma-sensitive implementation of POCSO Act
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has directed the State government to consider a sensitisation programme called the 'Singappen Sensitisation Workshop' aimed at trauma-sensitive implementation of the POCSO Act. The court emphasized the need for a coordinated approach involving various stakeholders to ensure effective handling of child victims and prevention of misuse of the Act. It highlighted that the POCSO Act is a progressive child-protection legislation that requires a compassionate and child-sensitive justice system for successful implementation.
- ▪The Madras High Court directed the government to consider a sensitisation programme for the POCSO Act.
- ▪The workshop will focus on child psychology, responsible handling of victims, and ethical interviewing techniques.
- ▪The court emphasized the need for a collective approach from all stakeholders involved in the implementation of the POCSO Act.
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The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Monday directed the State government to consider framing and formulating a coordinated State-wide sensitisation programme titled ‘Singappen Sensitisation Workshop’ with focus on trauma-sensitive implementation of the POCSO Act.Justice L. Victoria Gowri said apart from this, the workshop should focus on child psychology and emotional wellbeing; responsible handling of child victims; prevention of misuse of POCSO provisions; sensitivity during recording of statements; ethical child interviewing techniques; and awareness regarding Section 22 of the POCSO Act which deals with punishment for filing false complaints or providing false information.The court said the workshops should be conducted in a phased manner for female police officers in the…
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