Technical Education Dept. asks Karnataka colleges to take measures to protect adolescent students from abuse and exploitation
The Department of Technical Education in Karnataka has issued a circular to colleges aimed at protecting students from abuse and exploitation. The measures include appointing mental health professionals and implementing safety policies. This initiative follows recommendations from the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights.
- ▪Colleges are required to appoint psychiatrists and counselors to support students.
- ▪A digital safety and cyber security policy must be implemented in all colleges.
- ▪Child Protection Committees should be formed in accordance with the Juvenile Justice Act.
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The Department of Technical Education (DTI) has issued a circular to colleges in its jurisdiction to take appropriate measures to protect students from abuse and exploitation, including the appointment of psychiatrists, counsellors and implementation of a digital and cyber safety policy.Adolescence is a very sensitive stage in the life of a child. During this period physical, mental and social changes occur drastically, the circular noted. It is the statutory duty of the government to protect children from all forms of violence, exploitation and dangers as per Articles 19, 24, 34 and 39 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and Section 3 (Best Interests of the Child) of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, Protection of Children…
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