COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF RISING CHILD ABUSE AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES IN INDIA, U.S. AND U.K

This research titled “ Comparative Analysis of Rising Child Abuse and
Preventive Measures in India, U.S, and U.K” examines the prevalence, legal
responses, institutional mechanisms, and preventive strategies adopted in
these three countries between 2000 and 2025.It analyses major legislations
including the POCSO Act, 2012 (India), CAPTA (U.S.), and the Children
Act, 1989 (U.K.), along with the functioning of child protection institutions.
The findings reveal that while all three countries have strong legal
frameworks, the effectiveness of prevention and protection depends largely
on implementation, early intervention, and inter-agency coordination. The
U.S. and U.K. demonstrate relatively stronger preventive systems through
home-visiting programs, safeguarding partnerships, and school-based
education, whereas India faces challenges of underreporting, socio-cultural
stigma, and uneven enforcement. The study concludes that prevention
oriented, child-centred, and coordinated approaches, supported by
international cooperation, are essential to reduce child abuse and safeguard
children’s rights.