In Brief

In this public interest litigation concerning POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) cases, the Supreme Court issued directions to all States and High Courts requiring compliance reports on child protection court infrastructure. States were directed to file detailed affidavits showing the number of districts, POCSO case volumes, exclusive POCSO courts established, and Special Public Prosecutors appointed. The Court also reinforced earlier directions regarding effective functioning of Forensic Science Laboratories in each State, with Chief Secretaries responsible for ensuring compliance. The matter was scheduled for further hearing to assess progress.

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