Abstract

Child trafficking is a pervasive and grave violation of children's rights that affects millions of children globally, with India being both a source and destination country for trafficked children. This crime involves the illegal trade of children for exploitative purposes, including forced labor, sexual exploitation, illegal adoption, and use in child pornography or prostitution. Despite legal frameworks designed to combat trafficking, the scale and complexity of the issue continues to pose significant challenges. This article explores the phenomenon of child trafficking in India, analyzing the socio-economic, cultural, and legal factors contributing to its persistence. It highlights the vulnerability of children from marginalized and impoverished backgrounds, who are often lured or coerced into trafficking situations. The article also examines the legal structure to prevent child trafficking, as well as the initiatives taken to address this serious issue by governmental entities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international legislation and agency

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