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False POCSO Cases in India: Legal Misuse, Consequences & Remedies
Top Criminal and Bail Expert Dr. Anthony Raju Explains Legal Protections Against False Allegations
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 was enacted to safeguard children against sexual abuse, exploitation, and harassment. While it is a vital child protection law, its misuse has become a serious concern—wherein false cases are filed with malicious intent, often to harass, extort, or settle personal scores.
Commonly Misused Sections in False POCSO Cases:
Section 3 & 4: Penetrative sexual assault
Section 7 & 8: Sexual assault (non-penetrative)
Section 9 & 10: Aggravated sexual assault
Section 11 & 12: Sexual harassment of children
Consequences of False Allegations:
Ruined reputation, career, and social standing of the accused
Years of trauma due to arrest, trial, and media scrutiny
Misuse dilutes the seriousness of genuine child abuse cases
Legal Remedies for False POCSO Accusations:
Section 482 CrPC / Section 271 BNSS, 2023: Power of High Court to quash false FIRs
Section 22 of POCSO Act: Punishment for false complaint or false information
IPC Sections 182, 211: False information with intent to cause injury
Right to Compensation under Law Commission/SC guidelines for wrongful prosecution
Filing counter FIR against the complainant
Expert Opinion by Dr. Anthony Raju:
“False POCSO cases are a serious abuse of protective law and can destroy innocent lives. Legal awareness and vigilance by the judiciary are essential to preserve justice and uphold the spirit of child protection laws.”
— Dr. Anthony Raju, Advocate, Supreme Court of India , High Courts
Chairman, Indian National Human Rights Protection Council
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