National Commission For Protection Of ... vs Rajesh Kumar

The Supreme Court emphasized the need for cooperation between the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and State Commissions under the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005 (CPCR Act), particularly in cases involving child welfare. The Court held that jurisdictional disputes should not overshadow the primary objective of protecting children's rights, as mandated by the CPCR Act, specifically Sections 3 and 17. The Court criticized the High Court's stay on NCPCR's direction, asserting that such non-cooperation undermines the statutory purpose of safeguarding children.