Kerala launches child rights courses as crimes against children soar

Why in news

Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights signed an MoU with Sreenarayanaguru Open University to launch child rights courses to combat rising crimes against children.

Background

The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights and Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU) signed an MoU to offer certificate (6 months) and diploma (1 year) courses. The courses target professionals working with children and are available in Malayalam and English.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyKerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights is the nodal body for child welfare in the state.
• FactThe certificate course requires SSLC qualification, while the diploma requires Plus Two qualification.
• BodySreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU) is a state university in Kerala.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the measures required to strengthen the legal and educational framework to ensure the protection of children's rights in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• legal literacy for professionals
• institutional mechanisms
• community awareness
• implementation of POCSO Act

Keywords: Child Rights · Legal Literacy · Institutional Framework · Social Justice · Awareness

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