Under Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, a teacher or any person having actual charge or control over a child who assaults, abandons, abuses, exposes, or wilfully neglects the child—causing unnecessary mental or physical suffering—faces imprisonment for up to 3 years, a fine of up to Rs. 1 lakh (₹1,00,000 rupees), or both.
Key Legal Details
- Standard Penalty: Up to 3 years imprisonment, a fine up to Rs. 1,00,000, or both.
- Under Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, a teacher who assaults or abuses a child can face imprisonment for up to three years and a fine of up to Rs. 1 lakh (100,000 rupees), or both.
- Key Details of Section 75
- Standard Penalty: Imprisonment up to 3 years, a fine up to Rs. 1 lakh, or both
- Aggravated Penalties for Organizations: If the offense is committed by a person employed by or managing an organization entrusted with child care and protection, the punishment is rigorous imprisonment up to 5 years and a fine up to Rs. 5 lakhs.
- Severe Injury or Risk: If the cruelty results in physical incapacitation, mental illness, or risk to life and limb, the punishment is rigorous imprisonment ranging from 3 to 10 years along with a fine of Rs. 5 lakhs.
