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83.

Which Section of IPC is used to deal with Child Sex abuses?

A: POSCO 2012
B: 376
C: POSCO 2013
D: 356 A

The answer is: A

Explanation

A: POSCO 2012

The primary legislation in India specifically dealing with child sexual abuse is the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The POCSO Act was enacted to provide legal protection for children against various forms of sexual offenses. It defines offenses such as child sexual abuse, child pornography, and child grooming, among others. The Act establishes special courts for the speedy trial of such cases and includes provisions for the care, protection, and rehabilitation of child victims.