Q 1.

With reference to child protection mechanisms in India, consider the following statements:

1. The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 recognises children in need of care and protection as a distinct category requiring state intervention.
2. The Child Welfare Committee is the competent authority to deal with children in need of care and protection under the Juvenile Justice Act.
3. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 requires every person to report knowledge of or apprehension regarding the commission of a sexual offence against a child.
4. The Integrated Child Protection Scheme is implemented exclusively by the Union Government without participation of state governments.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?