Comprehensive and coordinated institutional framework put in place to prevent, detect and combat online sexual abuse and exploitation of children

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

The Ministry of Women and Child Development, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) have, within their respective statutory domains, put in place a comprehensive and coordinated institutional framework to prevent, detect and combat the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children. These policies of the Government are aimed at ensuring an open, safe, trusted, and accountable internet for its users, including women and children in the digital space.

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 provides for safeguarding children against sexual offences, including online sexual abuse. Section 1...