About the Book:

Lawyer’s Companion™ on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is specially prepared for LL.M 3rd Semester students of Savitribai Phule Pune University — SPPU for Soft Paper 8 — ML-317, applicable with effect from January 2026.

This book is designed in a student-friendly and examination-oriented manner. It explains the development of juvenile justice from welfare-based approaches to modern rights-based, rehabilitative and restorative models. The subject is presented with clear module-wise notes, important questions and answers, statutory references, international standards, comparative perspectives and practical exam guidance.

The material is useful for LL.M students who want a compact yet meaningful understanding of juvenile justice, delinquency prevention, child rights, Juvenile Justice Boards, Child Welfare Committees, POCSO interface, rehabilitation, aftercare and international child justice standards.

Table of Contents:

1. Theoretical Foundation of Juvenile Justice
2. Legal Framework of Juvenile Justice in India
3. Delinquency Prevention and Rehabilitation
4. International Standards and Comparative Perspectives
5. Bonus Exam Tips and Important Questions