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Law Relating to Women and Children · Unit 3

Women and Children exam question: Elaborate the constitutional provisions dealing with

The question (12 marks)

Elaborate the constitutional provisions dealing with the protection of children and explain how those provisions safeguard the rights and interests of children. (12 marks)

MU Module III, constitutional safeguards for children; pack ch. 03.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 3 · The Social, Constitutional and International Status of the Child of Law Relating to Women and Children.

Authorities you will need

  • Constitution of India, Article 15(3)
  • Constitution of India, Article 21A, Article 45 and Article 51A(k)
  • Constitution of India, Article 23
  • Constitution of India, Article 24
  • Constitution of India, Article 39(e) and Article 39(f)
  • Constitution of India, Articles 28 and 29
  • Constitution of India, Article 350A and Article 243G with the Eleventh Schedule

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