Re:Exploi.Of Chiln.Inj Orph.In St.Of ... vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court emphasized the obligation of States and Union Territories to implement protective provisions under the Protection of Rights of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, and the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005. The Court noted the failure of many States to comply with its previous orders, highlighting the need for mandatory directions to prevent child exploitation. The Court reiterated that it is the duty of the States under Articles 21, 21A, 23, 24, 45, and 51A(k) to ensure a protective environment for children, and indicated the possibility of contempt proceedings against defaulting States.