Man convicted under POCSO Act for misbehaving with girl

A fast track court in Puducherry has sentenced a 34-year-old man to three years of rigorous imprisonment under the POCSO Act. The conviction follows charges of using abusive language and vulgar gestures toward a minor girl.
Why it matters
This case reflects the ongoing judicial enforcement of child protection laws in India to address harassment and abuse.
A fast track court constituted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act has convicted a 34- year-old person for using abusive language and making vulgar gestures at a minor girl in Puducherry.
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