More than 50% girl children get married before the age of 18 in Jharkhand...

Sheshnath Varnwal from Ranchi Jharkhand says it is common to read about inhuman behavior with children. Many children are forced to work and many are facing sexual abuse. According to a study more than 50% are getting married before 18 in Jharkhand. Protection of Children from Sexual offense act is not being used properly. Out of 57 such cases in Jharkhand,in only 9 the act was used. For more Sheshnath Ji can be reached at 09135874300

Posted on: Dec 19, 2013. Tags: Sheshnath Varnwal

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