A new bill has been proposed in India to penalize companies found guilty of breaching child labor regulations. The law aims to protect the rights and welfare of children who are vulnerable to exploitation and abuse by businesses. If enacted, it would hold corporations accountable for violating existing rules that prohibit the employment of minors below a certain age or in hazardous conditions. Companies failing to comply may face substantial fines, legal action, or cancellation of licenses depending on the gravity of their offense. This law reflects India's commitment to eradicating child labor and upholding international standards for human rights.

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Child labor is a heinous crime in India, punishable under various laws. It is a violation of fundamental rights and human dignity. The Indian Constitution prohibits the employment of children below 14 years of age in hazardous occupations such as factories, mines, and explosives manufacturing. Moreover, the Right to Education Act mandates all children between the ages of 6-14 years to attend school.

Despite these laws and regulations, child labor remains common in India due to poverty and lack of education among families. Children are often forced to work in unhygienic conditions with minimal pay or no wages at all. They are also subjected to physical abuse by their employers.

The Indian government has taken several measures to combat child labor over the years through legislation, policies, and programs aimed at promoting education for all children while ensuring that they remain protected from exploitation in any form.

The Child Labor (Prohibition and Regulation) Act was enacted in 1986 to protect children under the age of 14 from being employed in certain hazardous industries. The act also mandates that adolescents aged between 14-18 years cannot be employed unless it does not interfere with their studies or health.

In addition, there are several other laws like Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection) Act; Bonded Labour System Abolition Act; Factories Act; Mines Act; Motor Transport Workers' Acts which seek to prevent child labor through stringent legal provisions.

However, despite these laws being implemented across India's vast geography - an increase in COVID related economic duress has led reports indicate an unfortunate rise once again on this criminal activity.

Overall it can be concluded that strict implementation is necessary when it comes fighting against child labour activities within our society so that we cultivate ethical values amongst ourselves while maintaining justice towards humanity itself.