The Children Act, 1960, 60 of 1960, (Rep., Act 53 of 1986) · VI — SPECIAL OFFENCES IN RESPECT OF CHILDREN

Section 44. Whoever ostensibly procures a child for the purpose of any employment and withholds the earnings of

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

44. Whoever ostensibly procures a child for the purpose of any employment and withholds the earnings of the child or uses such earnings for his own purposes shall be punishable with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees. Penalty for giving intoxicating liquor or dangerous drug to a child. Exploitation of child employees.

Source: India Code