Supreme Court Reserves Judgment In Suo Motu Case Over Child Rape Cases; Amicus Flags Lack Of Special POCSO Courts In Many States

The Supreme Court reserved judgment in a suo motu case regarding child rape matters, where the amicus curiae highlighted the lack of special POCSO courts in many states. The proceedings revealed serious gaps in infrastructure and implementation of special laws for child protection. The case examines systemic issues delaying justice in child sexual abuse cases, including inadequate special courts, insufficient judges, and poor victim support systems. The Supreme Court's eventual decision is expected to issue comprehensive directions to states for strengthening the POCSO justice delivery mechanism. This case could lead to significant reforms in how child sexual abuse cases are investigated, prosecuted and adjudicated across India.