Who, as per Section 2(1) of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000, is a 'Juvenile in conflict with law'?
Verified Answer
A. A Juvenile who is alleged to have committed an offence and has not completed eighteen years of age as on the date of commission of such offence
B. A Juvenile who is alleged to have committed an offence and has not completed twelve years of age on the date of commission of such offence
C. A Juvenile who is alleged to have committed an offence and has not completed sixteen years of age on the date of commission of such offence
D. A Juvenile who is alleged to have committed an offence and has not completed fourteen years of age on the date of commission of such offence
Explanation:
As per Section 2(l) of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000, a 'juvenile in conflict with law' means a juvenile who is alleged to have committed an offence and has not completed eighteen years of age as on the date of commission of such offence.