The Juvenile Justice Act 1986, 53 of 1986 (Rep., Act 56 of 2000) · VI — SPECIAL OFFENCES IN RESPECT OF JUVENILES

Section 43. Whoever gives, or causes to be given, to any juvenile any intoxicating liquor in a public place or a

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

43. Whoever gives, or causes to be given, to any juvenile any intoxicating liquor in a public place or any narcotic drug or psychotropic substance except upon the order of a duly qualified medical practitioner or in case of sickness shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and shall also be liable to fine. Exploitation of juvenile employees.

Source: India Code