Children's Day 2024: 10 Rights of Children in India Constitution You Need To Know

Children's Day is observed in India on November 14 every year which falls on the birthday anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru who was India's first Prime Minister. It has come to be observed as a day to remind us of rights and education for children and their welfare. This day underscores the importance of children's rights, education, and welfare, with schools organizing various engaging activities to encourage creativity, teamwork, and social responsibility among students.

10 Rights of Children in India

India recognizes several fundamental rights for children, enshrined in the Constitution and various child rights acts. Here are the 10 key rights:

1. Right to Equality: Every child is entitled to equal treatment and protection under the law (Article 14).
2. Right Against Discrimination: Children should not face discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth (Article 15).
3. Right to Life and Personal Liberty: Children have the right to life, liberty, and security (Article 21).
4. Right to Protection from Exploitation: Children are protected from being trafficked and forced into bonded labour (Article 23).
5. Right to Free and Compulsory Education: Children aged 6 to 14 have the right to free and compulsory education (Article 21A).
6. Right to Protection from Hazardous Employment: No child below the age of 14 can be employed in hazardous jobs (Article 24).
7. Right to Development: Children should have access to healthcare, nutrition, and opportunities for holistic development (Article 39(f)).
8. Right to Participation: Children can express their views in matters affecting them and have those views considered (as per various child rights frameworks).
9. Right to Identity: Every child has the right to a name, nationality, and family ties.
10. Right to a Safe Environment: Children should be protected from abuse, violence, and exploitation in all forms.

Schools in India are mostly spending their time on Children's Day in displays of unique and captivating activities that stimulate creativity, teamwork, and pleasure among students. Among the most activity events conducted, some of them include:

Talent Show: Students put themselves out and sing, dance, use magic, or recite poems and other forms to increase their confidence and self-expression.

Cultural performances: The schools plan performances that include dances, songs, and skits, letting children express themselves and work as a team.

Fun Games and Sports: Sack races, lemon-and-spoon races, and tug-of-war are some games that stimulate physical fitness and team spirit among students.

Treasure Hunt: A treasure hunt is planned that helps the children follow clues for hidden treasures, improving their problem-solving skills and teamwork.

Creative Workshops: The School could organize workshops on various handicrafts, science experiments, or cooking classes that would encourage hands-on activity and creativity.

Storytelling Sessions: Organize a session with a storyteller to narrate inspiring tales and engage the imagination and love for stories.

Essay writing and quiz competitions on the theme[s] related to children's rights and education that would call for higher-order thinking and awareness among students.

Change Roles Activity: In the activity, students become teachers for a day, which would give them a flavour of teaching and its responsibilities.

Potluck Lunch: Potluck lunches encourage student community and friendship among different grade levels through eating together.

Outdoor Activities: Schools can offer field trips to various museums, planetariums, and parks with educational experiences beyond the classroom.

These activities not only celebrate the spirit of childhood but also make a person work toward cooperation, creativity, and esteem of people in the eyes of students.

These rights try to build a friendly environment that may help in the grooming, security, and well-being of children. Even the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) believes that India has devoted itself to protecting these rights.

Celebrating Children's Day not only honours the legacy of Nehru but also heightens awareness of such essential rights every child is entitled to.