Acid Attack Laws In India: An Analysis Of Legal Frameworks And Their Effectiveness In Combating Acid ViolenceLaws Related To Acid Attack In IndiaLegal And Policy Framework For Acid Attack PreventionThe Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013 [11] : This act amended the Indian Penal Code (IPC) [12] to include acid attacks as a specific offense. The National Policy for Treatment of Rare Diseases, 2021[16]: This policy recognizes acid attack as a rare disease and provides free treatment for acid attack victims under the Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi scheme. Compensation Scheme for Acid Attack Victims [18]: The Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced a compensation scheme for acid attack victims. Rehabilitation of Acid Attack Victims : The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has initiated various schemes for the rehabilitation of acid attack victims, including financial assistance, vocational training, and psychological counselling. Challenges In Implementing Acid Attack Laws In India: A Socio-Legal PerspectiveLack of Awareness[21]: One of the significant challenges in implementing acid attack laws in India is the lack of awareness among the general public.

Source: The Hindu May 28, 2024 12:02 UTC