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24 June 2026

Mehrauli abduction and murder case

While this is a specific criminal case, it serves as context for discussing the implementation of the POCSO Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in the context of protecting vulnerable sections.

1 min read Day 1 of 2 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • An 11-year-old girl was abducted from a pavement in Mehrauli, Delhi, at approximately 5 a.m.
  • The accused, a 29-year-old cab driver, was arrested within six hours of the incident using CCTV footage and local intelligence.
  • The accused has been booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for rape, murder, and kidnapping, and under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
  • The accused has a criminal history in Bihar, including four prior cases of sexual assault and one of attempted murder.
  • Forensic evidence has been collected from the abduction and disposal sites; the body was sent for autopsy at Safdarjung Hospital.
  • The accused sustained a gunshot wound to the leg during an alleged escape attempt while in police custody.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 2 in Mehrauli rape-murder investigation, which has been running since 24 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the efficacy of the POCSO Act in addressing crimes against minors and the challenges faced by law enforcement in ensuring swift investigation and conviction in such cases. 150 words
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  2. The rise in crimes against vulnerable populations in urban spaces highlights systemic gaps in urban planning and social security. Analyze the role of technology, such as CCTV surveillance and real-time tracking, in enhancing public safety and the ethical considerations regarding the balance between security and individual privacy. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Under which legal framework are cases involving sexual offences against children primarily adjudicated in India?

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