A CRITICAL STUDY ABOUT REHABILITATION AND DETERRENCE UNDER JUVENILE ACT
AUTHOR – K. RENUKA* & DR. ASWATHI SUKUMARA**
* STUDENT AT VELS INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & ADVANCED STUDIES (VISTAS)
** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT SCHOOL OF LAW, VELS INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANCED STUDIES (VISTAS)
BEST CITATION – K. RENUKA & DR. ASWATHI SUKUMARA, A CRITICAL STUDY ABOUT REHABILITATION AND DETERRENCE UNDER JUVENILE ACT, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 6 (7) OF 2026, PG. 237-243, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344. DOI – https://doi.org/10.65393/IJLRV6I728
ABSTRACT
Title: A critical study about rehabilitation and deterrence under juvenile act
This study focuses on the juvenile justice system in India, with special emphasis on balancing rehabilitation and deterrence. Juveniles are individuals below the age of eighteen who are still in a stage of mental, emotional, and psychological development, which makes their treatment under the legal system different from that of adults. The primary objective of this study is to analyze whether the current juvenile justice system in India effectively ensures justice while also providing opportunities for reform and social reintegration.
The research adopts a doctrinal methodology and is based on secondary sources such as books, legal provisions, journal articles, case laws, and online resources. It examines the provisions of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, and evaluates the role of institutions such as the Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee in dealing with juvenile offenders.
The study emphasizes the importance of rehabilitation through education, counseling, and skill development, which help juveniles become responsible members of society. At the same time, it also highlights the need for deterrent measures, especially in cases involving serious and heinous offences. The findings suggest that a balanced approach between rehabilitation and deterrence is essential to ensure justice, reduce reoffending, and promote the overall development and reintegration of juveniles into society.