Justice system must respond to vulnerabilities of disabled children: CJI

At the ninth National Annual Stakeholders Consultation on Child Protection, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud emphasized the need for a justice system that recognizes and addresses the compounded vulnerabilities faced by children with disabilities.

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He highlighted that the challenges extend beyond physical accessibility, as these children confront deep-rooted societal biases, stereotypes, and misconceptions. “We must ensure that the justice system, from the police stations to the courtrooms, understands and responds to the compounded vulnerabilities of these children,” he stated, advocating for restorative justice approaches. He noted that the Juvenile Justice A